Director of Assisted Living

About the role

The Director of Assisted Living (ALD) manages a care team that is thoroughly prepared to provide respectful, dignified, high-quality care to assisted living residents. At MBK, we believe every resident has the potential to thrive, regardless of the physical and cognitive changes that come with aging and illness.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, train, set goals and timelines, monitor and evaluate performance, and provide ongoing coaching for Caregivers.
• Ensure ongoing training and education for community team members, in accordance with all governing requirements and MBK policies.
• Aid in community marketing effort through positive interactions, acting as a liaison between the community, and families, outside health service providers and other members of the greater community.
• Coordinate and lead family and community education programs, support groups, and external outreach events.
• Oversee care team staffing, scheduling, and daily assignments to meet all resident needs.
• Maintain on-call rotations and fill in as a Caregiver when necessary to ensure continuity of care.
• Manage the annual budget, focusing on meeting monthly financial goals, and controlling labor and expenses.
• Perform administrative duties accurately and timely including expense reporting, submission of invoices, team member evaluations, etc.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Understand and comply with Federal, State, and local regulations, and company policies and procedures concerning the department, including resident rights.
• Perform other job duties or special projects as assigned or requested by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• AA or Certificate in Gerontology, Social Services, Business Administration, or similar field, required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Services, Gerontology, Social Work, Nursing, Recreational Therapy, or Management, preferred.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification required.
• Nurse’s Aide or similar certification if required by State regulations.
• 1+ years of prior related work experience functioning in a similar management role with supervisory experience, within a similar industry/work environment/industry, essential.
• Prior experience working with people with dementia, preferred.

Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to effectively manage and respond to resident behaviors, including a wide variety of verbal and physical expressions, while maintaining a safe environment.
• Basic knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia.
• Must complete required Background clearances, health screening and provide negative TB test results within 7 days of employment (must be within the last 6 months).
• Valid class of driver’s license required by state and valid insurance or reliable method of transportation for resident assessments.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook) and operating standard office equipment.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, write, and read English, and must be comfortable with speaking in public settings and presenting to small groups.
• Ability and willingness to work independently without day-to-day oversight and supervision.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 250 pounds, as necessary.
• Ability to assist in the physical movement of residents during routine transfers or in emergency situations.
• Ability to travel within 50 miles of the community to perform assessments/evaluations.

Skills

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to make sound, independent decisions when circumstances warrant, and remain calm during stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.
• Positive and professional image.

Benefits

Full-time Benefits Include Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%.

Childcare and eldercare assistance.

Flexible spending accounts.

Pay

$65,000 – $69,000 annually.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule with rotating weekend director coverage.