Executive Director

PurposeTo direct the day-to-day function of the community in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing long-term care facilities to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to the residents at all times.Essential FunctionsAdministrative FunctionsCreate and maintain an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest, ensuring a positive, calm environment throughout the communityEnsure that each resident receives the necessary care and medical and psychological services to attain and maintain the highest possible mental and physical functional statusPlan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, maintain, monitor, supervise and direct all community departments and overall operations, including programs, activities, policies and procedures and implement changes as necessaryAssist department directors in developing and using community policies and procedures and establish rapport among all departmentsInterpret and ensure compliance with all community policies and procedures by all employees, residents, families, visitors, government agencies and the general publicRepresent the community at and participate in company meetings and contacts with the community's owner(s), the medical community, outside support agencies, ancillary providers and private and governmental agenciesPlan, develop and maintain an ongoing quality assurance action to correct deficiencies; and, implement and maintain effective marketing and public relations programsPersonnel Functions and DutiesRecruit, interview, hire and maintain competent personnel to supervise and direct the activities of the departmentsSupervise and direct department directors in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, counseling, disciplining and terminating personnel to maintain and ensure an adequate staff of qualified personnel at all timesMaintain and implement job descriptions and performance evaluations for all staff positionsSupervise and direct department directors in scheduling department work hoursMaintain proper documentation's and records on all personnel in accordance with applicable regulationsDelegate administrative authority, responsibility and accountability to the personnel as deemed necessary to ensure performance of all assigned staff positionsBudget, Planning and Inventory FunctionsReview and interpret monthly financial statements and provide information to the community's management companyAssist in the establishment and maintenance of adequate accounting systems and provide information to the community's management companyAssist in the establishment and maintenance of adequate accounting systemsKeep abreast of economic conditions and situations and make adjustments as necessaryPrepare annual operating budgetsAllocate sufficient resources to maintain community programs and activities and submit to the company for approvalEstablish, maintain and ensure adequate financial records and cost reports and submit to appropriate government agencies as requiredApprove and authorize the purchase of food, equipment and supplies to ensure adequate quantities are available to meet the day-to-day operational needs of the community and its residents and to ensure a clean and safe environment for the residentsSales and MarketingFunctions as the Sales Leader of the community and manages all sales functionsActively involved in the Move-in process including family meetings and contract executionManages and performs the external business development processManages relationships with key referral sourcesAbility to Operate and navigate the lead base systemProactively and strategically addresses open inventoryConducts tours and presentations in the absence of the Sales DirectorConducts weekly Sales and Marketing meetingConducts weekly "RetentionRisk" meetingDevelop and Implement Marketing Plan and update quarterlyInsures all available units are in "show ready" conditionPerforms all other applicable duties of the Sales Director in their absenceOther Functions and DutiesParticipate in the community's Manager on Duty (MOD) program on assigned weekendsDirect, serve on, attend and participate in various committees of the communityProvide written andor oral reports to the management company as necessary; and, evaluate and implement recommendations from the committees, the owner(s) andor the management companySafety and Sanitation Functions and DutiesEnsure that all personnel, residents and visitors follow established policies and procedures including safety regulations, fire protection and prevention policies, smoking regulations, infection control procedures and waste and disposal proceduresEnsure that the community and surrounding grounds are maintained in good repair; review accident and incident reports and establish effective accident prevention programs and, ensure that all personnel attend and participate in Hazardous Communication and Bloodborne Pathogen training programs prior to reporting for work assignmentsStaff Development FunctionsMaintain professional competence and keep abreast of changes in the assisted living field through attendance and participation in continuing education programs, workshops, seminars and training programsAssist department directors in planning, developing, conducting and scheduling orientation, in-service training and other educational activities for personnel to ensure that current materials and programs are continuously providedMeet with department directors on a regular basis and encourage, conduct and participate in the in-service classes and supervisor level training programsAnd any other tasks, assignments, projects or requests as deemed by managementQualificationsMust be at least 21 years of ageMust be a Licensed Administrator (if required by state regulations) in good standing andor meet all applicable federal and state license requirementsMust have thorough knowledge of all applicable state regulations governing assisted livingMust have satisfactory criminal background check in accordance with state requirementsMust have satisfactory credit checkMust have upper body strength adequate to bend, lift, shift, move, andor assist in moving articles of more than twenty-five poundsMust be able to squat, reach, and stretch without distress. Must be able to tolerate extended periods walking, standingCompletion of secondary education and at least two years of undergraduate studiesDemonstrated leadership and supervisory skillsMust read, write, speak and understand EnglishPatience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude towards the elderly

Created: 2025-03-03