Paralegal, Korean Speaking, Health Consumer Center

The Consumer Health Counselor provides information and assistance on a wide range of issues related to health care access for low-income individuals including Medi-Cal, Healthy Families managed care, health care for the uninsured and medical debt.

A background in public health or social services desired with a working knowledge of California health benefit programs and the various health care delivery systems in Los Angeles with experience serving the low-income population would be helpful but is not required. Qualified candidate must have one of the following: (1.) paralegal certificate, ( 2.) B.A. or B.S. degree with 1 year experience working in a law office or other legal setting under the supervision of a licensed attorney or (3.) High School degree with 3 years experience working in a law office or other legal setting under the supervision of a licensed attorney with a letter certifying the experience(completed prior to 12/31/03). Bi-lingual speaking and writing skills in Spanish required. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills coupled with a passion and sensitivity with people in crisis situations required. Bi-lingual speaking and writing skills in Korean is required. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills coupled with a passion and sensitivity with people in crisis situations required.

We offer an attractive benefits package which includes a choice of medical plans (Kaiser or Blue Shield), and a choice of dental plans (HMO or PPO), $50,000 life and disability insurance, vision, 125 plan, 403b with employer contribution, employer-paid sick, vacation and 13 employer-paid holidays. Positive work environment.