REPORT/RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF THE COUNTY OF SAN BERNARDINO
AND RECORD OF ACTION
November 17, 2020
FROM
SHARON NEVINS, Director, Department of Aging and Adult Services
SUBJECT
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Standard Employment Contract Templates for the Ombudsman Program
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RECOMMENDATION(S)
Recommendation
1. Approve standard employment contract templates for the Ombudsman Program for the period of November 21, 2020 through November 20, 2021, for the positions indicated below:
a. Field Coordinator
b. Program Supervisor
2. Authorize the Director of Department of Aging and Adult Services to execute the employment contract templates and amendments to extend the term of the contracts for a maximum of two successive one-year periods on behalf of the County, subject to review by County Counsel.
(Presenter: Sharon Nevins, Director, 891-3917)
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COUNTY AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER GOALS & OBJECTIVES
Provide for the Safety, Health and Social Service Needs of County Residents.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Approval of this item does not impact Discretionary General Funding (Net County Cost). All costs associated with these positions are state and federally funded. Adequate appropriation and revenue for these contract positions have been included in the Department of Aging and Adult Services' (DAAS) 2020-21 budget and will be included in future recommended budgets.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Ombudsmen are independent, objective individuals who advocate for the dignity, quality of life, and quality of care for all residents in long-term care facilities. They are authorized by federal and state law to receive, investigate, and resolve complaints by, or on behalf of, residents in long-term care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and Community Care-licensed board and care homes. DAAS has received an increased allocation from the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program to supplement local Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs. This supplemental funding will allow D...
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