Long Term Care Ombudsman

POSITION: The Michigan Elder Justice Initiative (MEJI) is seeking a full-time local long term care ombudsman to work in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton counties. The work week includes frequent meetings with people who live in residential settings throughout the three county service area. The office portion of the work can be done entirely remotely or through a hybrid arrangement. Candidates must reside in Michigan.

QUALIFICATIONS: Successful applicants will possess strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, advocacy, and time management skills as well as an ability to work independently and a desire to empower and support vulnerable individuals. Understanding the preferences, needs and concerns of older people and people with disabilities is essential to this job. Those skills can come from working as a caregiver, advocate, or service provider in a professional role or from life experiences.  Experience in the field of aging, health care, and/or long term care and working with members of minority communities would be beneficial.

Annual salary starting at $53,000

The position is open until filled; applications received by Feb 28, 2025 will receive priority. 

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