Our client is a leading Long Island-based law firm specializing in Elder Care and Estate Administrative Planning. With a compassionate and knowledgeable team, they are dedicated to guiding families through complex legal and care challenges.

They are currently seeking an Elder Care Advocate to join their Care Coordination Team. This vital role involves working directly with clients and their families to navigate the Community Medicaid Homecare process, helping ensure that aging individuals can safely remain in their homes with the care they need.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-home and virtual assessments to evaluate eligibility and determine the appropriate level of Community Medicaid home care services.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and social workers to develop individualized care plans.
• Guide clients and their families through enrollment calls with MLTC (Managed Long-Term Care) providers and make referrals to waiver programs as appropriate.
• Provide education and ongoing support to clients regarding local aging resources and services.
• Coordinate services with outside agencies to meet clients’ ongoing needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with home health-care agencies to support staffing of Medicaid-funded home health aides.
• Travel regularly for home visits across Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

Preferred Experience & Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Community Medicaid, CDPAP, and PCA services
• Understanding of short-term and long-term care planning
• Knowledge of Assisted Living Facilities (ALF), Assisted Living Programs (ALP), and other senior living options
• Experience navigating senior services throughout Long Island

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $55,000–$65,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits Include:
• 401(k) plan with employer match (after vesting period)
• Health insurance contribution
• Mileage reimbursement for travel