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Longterm Care Ombudsman Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

InnovAge

Social Worker, MSW

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$69K - $86K/yr

Assessment & Care Planning * Conducts initial psychosocial assessments (including SLUMS, PHQ-9, ... Reviews participant/family concerns with Ombudsman and escalates facility quality concerns ...

InnovAge

Social Worker, MSW

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

Assessment & Care Planning * Conducts initial psychosocial assessments (including SLUMS, PHQ-9, ... Reviews participant/family concerns with Ombudsman and escalates facility quality concerns ...

Rockwell Care

AR Area Manager/AR Consultant

Ontario, CA · On-site

$130K - $140K/yr

... ombudsman. * Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of business office practice for long term care. Ability to establish criteria to ensure that business office practices meets ...

Rockwell Care

AR Area Manager/AR Consultant

Ontario, CA · On-site

... ombudsman. * Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of business office practice for long term care. Ability to establish criteria to ensure that business office practices meets ...

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$79.5K

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How much do longterm care ombudsman jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for longterm care ombudsman in Riverside, CA is $79,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,200.00 and $106,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Longterm Care Ombudsman vs Resident Advocate?

AspectLongterm Care OmbudsmanResident Advocate
CredentialsVaries; often background in social work or healthcare, certification optionalSimilar; background in social work or healthcare, certification optional
Work EnvironmentLongterm care facilities, nursing homes, assisted livingLongterm care facilities, hospitals, community settings
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, non-profits, healthcare organizationsNon-profits, healthcare providers, legal aid organizations

Both roles focus on supporting residents in longterm care settings, ensuring their rights and well-being. While Longterm Care Ombudsmen primarily advocate at a systemic and policy level, Resident Advocates often provide direct support and assistance to individual residents. The roles overlap in work environment and credentials, but their scope and focus differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Longterm Care Ombudsman job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,530 per year, or $38.2 per hour.

Social Worker Advocate I, II, III - SB

WISE & HEALTHY AGING

San Bernardino, CA • On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

WISE & Healthy Aging currently has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Advocate. Our well-established Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, considered a best-practice program by the California State Ombudsman Office, serving the City and County of San Bernardino, is seeking motivated, assertive, and energetic individuals to serve the territory of the posted regional office.
The Ombudsman Advocate strives to protect the rights and dignity of disabled and senior residents in skilled nursing and residential care facilities. This critical role ensures high-quality care and life for individuals residing in these facilities by providing advocacy services on their behalf. Such services involve monitoring visits, identifying and investigating complaints by or on behalf of residents, disseminating educational information, and witnessing advance health care directives.
Benefits & Compensation:
We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. For staff who regularly work 30 or more hours per week, benefits include 80% company-paid medical, 100% company-paid dental, a 401(k) plan with a competitive employer match, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), optional life and vision insurance, and 14 paid holidays plus paid time off (PTO).
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Identify, investigate, and resolve complaints, including alleged elder and dependent adult abuse, to the satisfaction of residents of long-term care facilities.
  • Collaborate with and supervise interns and volunteers.
  • Ensure that all complaints are handled according to program guidelines.
  • Provide continuing community presence through unannounced or scheduled visits to long-term care facilities.
  • Provide case management and reporting in compliance with established procedures.
  • Provide community education presentations, ongoing Public Relations, and development with community partners like law enforcement and local fire departments.
  • Use personal vehicles to visit LTC facilities approximately 60% of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in social work, gerontology, human services, or a related field is required. A master's degree is strongly preferred.

Experience & Other Requirements
  • Minimum of three (3) years related experience (voluntary or paid) in healthcare, long-term care advocacy, gerontology, investigations, mediation, and negotiation strongly preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  • Demonstrated experience performing direct service in social services or a related field. Prior responsibilities in handling case management, client advocacy, or therapy involving vulnerable populations, particularly older adults.
  • Field work experience with ethnically diverse populations.
  • Bilingual language skills are a plus.
  • Candidates must not have worked, interned, or volunteered at a long-term care facility or adult day service center for at least one year before application.
  • Must travel throughout the designated service territory.
  • A valid driver's license, auto insurance, and satisfactory criminal background check are required.

Please provide three work-related references.
DISCLAIMER
The job duties listed are not a comprehensive list of responsibilities and may change with or without the incumbent's consent. The job description is not an employment contract, and WISE & Healthy Aging reserves the right to modify the duties listed.

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