Bilingual Korean Patient Advocate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary ($48,000–$68,000)

Health, dental, vision benefits

Flexible scheduling

Paid training in benefits navigation

Job summary

All Seniors in Los Angeles is hiring a Bilingual Korean Patient Advocate to support Korean-speaking seniors with healthcare access. The role involves conducting assessments, translating during medical conversations, and assisting clients in understanding Medi-Cal and other benefits. Ideal candidates should have fluency in Korean and English, experience with the elderly, and a strong cultural understanding. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful interaction within the community.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Korean and English (oral and written).
• Experience interacting with seniors and navigating healthcare systems.
• Culturally aware of Korean communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments with Korean-speaking seniors.
• Translate between clients and staff during conversations.
• Assist clients with Medi-Cal and IHSS enrollment.
• Accompany clients to appointments as interpreter.
• Document client interactions and follow up.
• Engage with the community through outreach.

Skills

Native or near-native fluency in Korean AND English

Experience working with elderly populations

Cultural competency with Korean and Korean-American communities

Strong empathy and patience

Ability to explain complex topics in plain language

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's in social work, public health, or related preferred

Job description

Bilingual Korean Patient Advocate – Connect Korean-Speaking LA Seniors to Free Care

Company: All Seniors FoundationLocation: Los Angeles, CA

About Us:

All Seniors Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit committed to improving the quality of life for older adults across Los Angeles County. we provide medical care, in-home support, hospice and palliative care, cancer navigation, and 200+ other free services to qualifying seniors. Every service is delivered at no cost, regardless of insurance status.

Role Overview:

As Bilingual Korean Patient Advocate, you will serve as the trusted point of contact for Korean-speaking older adults across Koreatown and the greater LA Korean community. You will translate, advocate, and walk families through Medi-Cal, IHSS, hospice, and other benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments with Korean-speaking seniors and families
• Translate between English-speaking staff and Korean-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 Koreatown community through outreach at churches, community centers, and senior housing

Qualifications:

• Native or near-native fluency in Korean AND English (oral and written)
• Experience working with elderly populations, healthcare systems, or social services
• Cultural competency with Korean and Korean-American senior communities
• Strong empathy, patience, and ability to explain complex topics in plain language
• High school diploma; bachelor's in social work, public health, or related preferred

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary ($48,000–$68,000) with bilingual differential
• Meaningful daily impact in the Korean community
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision
• Paid training in benefits navigation, advocacy, and case management
• Flexible scheduling for community-based work

How to Apply:

Submit your application through the form on this page. Please include your resume and a brief cover letter sharing what draws you to senior care and All Seniors Foundation specifically. Questions? Email [e-mail] with the role title in the subject line. All Seniors Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

What to Expect on the Job

Your days will mix in-person home visits in Koreatown and surrounding areas, phone outreach, and benefits-office accompaniment. You will be the bridge that allows 할머니/할아버지 (grandmothers and grandfathers) to get free care they wouldn't have known about. The role rewards warmth, tenacity, and bilingual ability.

Why Work with All Seniors Foundation

All Seniors Foundation has grown over the years because the seniors and families we serve trust us — and that trust is built by the team behind every program. Joining us means working alongside committed professionals, having a stable mission-driven role, and seeing the real impact of your work every single week.

• Competitive pay scaled to LA market rates
• Benefits package including paid time off and health coverage for full-time roles
• Mission-driven culture — every role connects directly to senior wellbeing
• Tight-knit team that supports each other across disciplines
• Flexible scheduling for many positions

Career Development & Training

we invest in our team. Whether you're early-career or seasoned, you'll have access to continuing education credits, professional certification support, peer mentorship, and clear paths to advance into senior or specialty roles within our organization.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

All Seniors Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer. we welcome applicants of every background, identity, and lived experience. Bilingual candidates (Spanish, Korean, Armenian, Mandarin, Russian, and other Los Angeles-area languages) are especially encouraged to apply.

Apply Now

If this Bilingual Korean Patient Advocate role sounds like the right next step, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your application through the form on this page. we review every application within five business days.