Live the MissionPosition Summary

The Assisted Living Director ensures delivery of quality assisted living services focused on maximizing residents' individual capabilities, implements and monitors effective Assisted Living systems; ensures clinical/health services are in compliance with community standards and State regulations, serves as a clinical resource for Community staff, in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements Active state assisted living administrator's license or certification and maintain active license in good standing throughout employment Minimum of bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent experience 5 years' experience in senior services 2 years' supervisory experience (senior services preferred) Current CPR certification, or obtain certification within 90 days of hire, and remain current during employment Current First Aid certification (if required by state). If required, First Aide certification must remain current during employment Primary Job Responsibilities Administrative, Systems and Planning Plans, develops, organizes, implements and evaluates resident care goals (service planning, clinical needs, follow-up resolution) in collaboration with Executive Director and Resident Care Director/Licensed Nurse Manages labor and expenses (supplies, etc.) according to budget, utilizing standard Company tools, communicates resource needs to Executive Director Maintains a working knowledge of state regulations, policies, and procedures for infection control compliance, including community's compliance with TB screening as required by State regulations and/or Life Care policy Determines appropriate staffing levels to meet resident needs 24/7 and ensures schedule is published timely Performs departmental QMPI audits and creates and manages Plan of Correction for deficiencies Resident Care Focus Assess new move-ins and consult with Executive Director to determine if Community can meet health care needs of prospective move-in, and determine delegation and/or nursing service needs Participate in initial and ongoing service planning for residents Ensures that the medication system is safe and meets State and Company standards Meets with residents regularly and participates in family conferences Makes daily rounds to review performance of resident care staff Monitors service records for all residents Ensures compliance with medical and contact information for all new residents Ensures timely communication with physicians and other healthcare professionals Ensures investigation and resolution of resident /family concerns and complaints/grievances Provides hands-on care as staffing needs require (and licensure allows) Additional Requirements Enjoy serving seniors Demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitality Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and all other staff Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of nursing administration practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing administration functions in an assisted living community Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the resident care department Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

An Equal Opportunity Employer