At the Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive and provide timely resources in partnership with our community so that individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic staff member to join our Operations and Organizational Development (OOD) Division as an Ombudsman.
The Ombudsman is responsible for monitoring the quality of life and protecting the rights of residents in long-term care facilities. This position investigates complaints, conducts routine visits, works with residents to resolve problems, and works with other agencies. This position serves under the direction of the Regional Long Term Care Ombudsman.
This position is a hybrid position and will require at least one day/week in the office. You will be required to have adequate internet access and space for remote work. Larimer County provides a one-time remote work stipend to assist with equipment and office supply needs for remote workspaces. Three professional references with valid contact information are required to be submitted as part of this application.
All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.
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One (1) year of experience working in the field of aging and/or disabilities preferably in a long-term care setting or in a field that is directly related to the performance of the duties and responsibilities as outlined in the description.
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Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a Human Services, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a related Human Behavioral Sciences field.
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Certified as a Colorado Ombudsman within first two (2) months of employment required.
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Possession of a valid Colorado Driver's License by date of hire required.
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Maintain required certification.
Benefits
Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
Short and Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
457(b) Deferred Compensation
Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays
To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit www.larimer.org/hr/benefits.
In office work will be located at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO; 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO; 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland, CO.
All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a CBI criminal background check (c.r.s. 26-6-104).
All staff working in the Options for Long Term Care Unit, Adult Protection Unit, or Office on Aging will be required to submit information for a Colorado Adult Protective Services data system check (c.r.s. 26-3-1-111).
An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
