Bilingual Farsi Patient Advocate — Flexible Schedule

All Seniors Foundation; Alhambra (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay aligned with LA market

Benefits package including health,-d.p

Job summary

All Seniors Foundation in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Bilingual Farsi Patient Advocate to connect Farsi-speaking seniors with free care. You will translate, advocate for Medi-Cal, IHSS, hospice and other benefits, and support families across Tehrangeles and Iranian-American communities.

You will accompany clients to appointments, document in our case-management system, and build trust through outreach at community centers and senior housing.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Farsi and English; Dari a plus.
• Experience with elderly populations or social services.
• Strong empathy and ability to explain complex topics clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments with Farsi-speaking seniors and families
• Translate between English-speaking staff and Farsi-speaking clients during medical and benefits conversations
• Help clients enroll in Medi-Cal, IHSS, hospice, Medicare Savings Programs, and other benefits
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and benefits offices as interpreter and advocate
• Document interactions in our case-management system and follow up on open issues
• Build trust with Iranian-American communities through outreach at synagogues, community centers, and senior housing

Skills

Bilingual English/Farsi

Elderly care experience

Healthcare navigation

Cultural competency

Empathy

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s in social work or public health preferred

Job description

All Seniors Foundation in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Bilingual Farsi Patient Advocate to connect Farsi-speaking seniors with free care. You will translate, advocate for Medi-Cal, IHSS, hospice and other benefits, and support families across Tehrangeles and Iranian-American communities.

You will accompany clients to appointments, document in our case-management system, and build trust through outreach at community centers and senior housing.