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Bilingual Outreach & Education Coordinator Job Opening
The Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources Inc. (GWAAR) currently has 30 hours/week Bilingual (Spanish/English) Outreach & Education Coordinator position available with the Senior Medicare Patrol program.
The Bilingual Education & Outreach Coordinator is an essential team member within the Senior Medicare Patrol program, a federally funded grant program. The goal of the Senior Medicare Patrol is to raise awareness and identify Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse. The program focuses on educating and empowering Medicare beneficiaries to be good health care consumers and to recognize potential misuses of Medicare. The Bilingual Outreach & Education Coordinator is responsible for increasing the awareness of the Senior Medicare Patrol program and mission among the Spanish-speaking communities in Wisconsin. The position is remote with a flexible location within the state of Wisconsin; however, we anticipate much of the partnership building and outreach will be in the greater Milwaukee area. The Bilingual Outreach & Education Coordinator will deliver educational presentations and conduct outreach, identity potential volunteers to be engaged with this work, provide bilingual support with the toll-free helpline to answer inquiries and provide beneficiary education regarding billing issues and suspected fraud, and work to develop and strengthen partnerships with other agencies and professional associations.
A bachelor’s degree and bilingual proficiency, written and oral, in Spanish/English is required. This position requires daily interaction with Medicare beneficiaries and professionals who work with Medicare beneficiaries; therefore, superior written and oral communication skills are necessary. Familiarity with Medicare, Social Security, and/or other benefit programs is highly desirable. Access to a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to occasionally travel overnight throughout the state are required.
The position is open until filled. The first review of applications will occur on May 8, 2024.
To apply, send your resume and cover letter to the address below. Resumes sent without a cover letter will not be accepted.
Ingrid Kundinger
SMP Program Director
GWAAR Elder Law & Advocacy Center
1414 MacArthur Rd., Suite A
Madison, WI 53714
VSDP Care Consultant
The Veteran Self-Directed Program (VSDP) helps Veterans needing assistance choose their own caregivers, services, and supports to be able to safely and successfully remain living in their home. In conjunction with the Veteran and their family, the VSDP Care Consultant is responsible for assessing the Veteran’s abilities and level of functioning, identifying areas of need and preferences for meeting those needs, developing a care plan to meet the needs; assisting the Veteran and family caregiver with setting up and purchasing goods and services within their individual budget allocation; and assisting the Veteran with monitoring service provision. This position requires a significant amount of travel within the North Chicago, Tomah, Madison, Milwaukee, and Minneapolis VAMC catchment areas. Ideal candidate will be located in Central part of the state (Steven’s Point, Wausau, nearby areas) and/or Dane County area.
To Apply:
Send cover letter and resume to the following:
Lisa Drouin, VA Programs Manager Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources
Email: Lisa.Drouin@GWAAR.org
EBS Training Coordinator
The Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources, Inc. (GWAAR) is looking for a part-time (20 hours per week) Elder Benefit Specialist (EBS) Training Coordinator. The EBS Training Coordinator will provide support to the legal team at GWAAR’s Elder Law & Advocacy Center. Responsibilities will include coordinating in-person and virtual benefit specialist trainings, editing and updating training materials, proofreading consumer publications, database entry, and assisting the attorneys with case organization. In addition, the EBS Training Coordinator will upload documents to SharePoint, respond to general phone calls and emails, and perform basic office functions.
This position requires an attention to detail, the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and strong organizational skills. We are seeking a candidate who is a self-starter and can work with limited supervision. A positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential. Preference will be given to individuals with a bachelor’s degree, a paralegal certificate, or an associate degree in administrative assistance or a human-services related field.
The ideal candidate will have an interest in working with clients aged 60 and older, people with disabilities, and/or systemic advocacy. Previous legal office experience is a plus. This is a fully remote work from home position with the option of working at the GWAAR office in Madison, if desired. On rare occasion, overnight statewide travel for a conference or training may be required.
Please send a resume and cover letter via email detailing your experience, why you are interested in working at GWAAR, and how your background matches our needs. Resumes sent without a cover letter will not be considered.
Position is open until filled. Resumes and cover letters received by January 26 will be given first consideration.
Attorney Kate Schilling, Legal Services Manager
Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources
1414 MacArthur Road, Suite A
Madison, WI 53714
Email: kate.schilling@gwaar.org
GWAAR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. GWAAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to unlawful considerations of sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion or similar philosophical beliefs, disability, marital and civil union status, age, genetic information, veteran status or any personal attribute or characteristic that is protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
