Long Term Care Ombudsman
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Job Location:
Lansing, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 and serve as part of the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP).
This position has optional office space available in MEJIs Lansing 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 Ingham Eaton or Clinton counties or in adjacent counties very near to the three county service area.
DESCRIPTION OF MEJI AND MLTCOP PROGRAM: MEJI advocates for and represents low-income older adults and people with disabilities on issues related to long term care healthcare benefits elder abuse and individual rights. MEJI houses the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; two local long term care ombudsmen; the MI Health Link and MI Choice Community Transition Services and PACE Ombudsman Programs; and it engages in litigation and systemic advocacy efforts on behalf of vulnerable adults. Visit more information.
The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP) advocates for the health safety well-being and rights of residents in licensed nursing homes homes for the aged and adult foster care homes. Ombudsmen work at the direction of the resident and take action only with the residents consent. All ombudsmen services are provided free of charge.
MEJI is part of Michigan Statewide Advocacy Services (MSAS) a non-profit law firm providing free legal services to low-income individuals and older adults through several statewide programs. MSAS is administered by the Michigan Advocacy Program (MAP) which provides access to the justice system for those who need it the most through civil legal aid offices and statewide advocacy programs. MAPs mission is to advance the safety independence and economic stability of those most affected by poverty racism and other structurally oppressive systems by increasing access to justice and working for systemic solutions. Visit more information.
RESPONSIBILITIES:The local long term care ombudsman advocates for residents of licensed nursing homes homes for the aged and adult foster care homes in Ingham Eaton and Clintoncounties. The duties of the local long term care ombudsman include:
- Making routine facility visits
- Interviewing residents
- Providing information on long term care and residents rights to residents and the public
- Negotiating with facility staff regarding resident concerns
- Supporting resident and family councils
- Collaborating with legal and state ombudsman staff
- Maintaining case documentation
- Participating in rigorous on-going training
- Coordinate activities with the other Lansing area ombudsman
Individuals hired for this position will undergo rigorous training and supervised field work. Upon satisfactory completion of the training new hires must be designated by the State Ombudsman as a local ombudsman to continue in this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:Successful applicants will possess stronginterpersonal communicationproblem-solving advocacy and time management skills as well as an ability to work independently and a desire to empower and support vulnerable 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.
BENEFITS: This is a full-time exempt position with an annual salary starting at $53000 depending on experience. MAP offers a generous benefits package including life short- and long-term disability health vision dental and flexible spending accounts. If an applicant does not require health benefits they have the option to take a $1500 payout in addition to the base salary. MAP also has a generous leave policy beginning with 3 weeks paid vacation and 15 paid holidays as well as a 401K retirement plan including employer match for eligible staff after 6 months of employment. MAP is a qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
TO APPLY: Please complete this application and submit your resume and cover letter. You can also access the application by copying and pasting the following web address into your browser: The position is open until filled; applications received by January 26 2026 will receive priority. If you have questions about the program or the position please email MEJIs Director and Managing Attorney Alison Hirschel at.
MSAS/MEJI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusionin the workplace.
Key Skills
- Senior Care
- Nursing Home Experience
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Caregiving
- Vital Signs Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Rota Management
- Mentoring
- Leadership Skill
