all seniors foundationLos Angeles, CA
Bilingual Russian Patient Advocate
$48,000–$68,000
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Community and Social Service Specialists, All OtherSocial and Human Service AssistantsHealthcare Social Workers
Other Individual and Family ServicesServices for the Elderly and Persons with DisabilitiesTranslation and Interpretation Services
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)Bilingual Russian Patient Advocate – Connect Russian-Speaking LA Seniors to Free CareAll 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 Russian Patient Advocate, you will serve as the trusted point of contact for Russian-speaking older adults across west LA, Hollywood, and beyond. You will translate and advocate through Medi-Cal, IHSS, hospice, and other benefits navigation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial assessments with Russian-speaking seniors and families
- Translate between English-speaking staff and Russian-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 Russian-speaking communities (including Ukrainian, Belarusian, Moldovan) through outreach
Qualifications:
- Native or near-native fluency in Russian AND English; Ukrainian a plus
- Experience working with elderly populations, healthcare systems, or social services
- Cultural competency with Russian/Eastern European senior communities, including immigrants from former Soviet states
- 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 Russian-speaking community
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision
- Paid training in benefits navigation, advocacy, and case management
- Flexible scheduling for community-based work
What to Expect on the JobYour days will mix in-person home visits across west LA, Hollywood, and surrounding Russian-speaking communities, phone outreach, and benefits-office accompaniment. You will be the bridge that allows ???????/??????? (grandparents) to access free care.
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 HiringAll Seniors Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background, identity, and lived experience. Bilingual candidates (Spanish, Korean, Armenian, Mandarin, Tagalog, Russian, and other Los Angeles-area languages) are especially encouraged to apply.
Apply NowIf this Bilingual Russian 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.
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Level
Senior
Salary
$48,000–$68,000
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Occupation
Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other
Industry
Other Individual and Family Services
Posted
14 days ago