Health Services Director
Location: Mobile, Alabama
Description: Somerby of Mobile is in need of Health Services Director right now, this occupation will be depute in Alabama. For complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly see the descriptions. JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE:
Director of Health Services
FLSA STATUS:
Salaried/Exempt
JOB CODE:
APPROVED BY:
Executive Direc! tor
DEPARTMENT:
Health Services
APPROVED DATE:
SUPVR TITLE:
Executive Director
UPDATED:
09/2010
Position Summary
The Director of Health Care is responsible to oversee and coordinate the care and services of residents, promote the effective utilization and monitoring of health care resources, and lead a multidisciplinary team to achieve desired clinical, emotional and wellness outcomes in accordance with Federal, State, local, company standards and established policies and procedures and as may be directed by the Executive Director.
The Director ensures Quality Delivery of resident care through the promotion of systems utilizing Quality Improvement Practices. The Director is responsible for providing input into the Budget and monitoring its effective implementation through regular reporting and monitoring of resources. The Director develops staff plans which effectively recruit,! allocate, retain, develop and mentors staff to established st! andards of performance while building a strong rapport with those we serve and their families.
The ultimate goal of quality resident care is to enable each resident, where possible, to function at the highest level, to attain a stage of independence, or to at least prevent regression. An active approach to resident care will be taken and not just passive maintenance.
Essential Responsibilities
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Essential Responsibility
Time Interval
1
Establish and monitors goals and expectations for the Assisted Living and Memory Care departments.
Annually
2
Plan, direct, and evaluate the programs, activities and schedules of the Assisted Living and Memory Care departments in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, guidelines and company practices.
Daily
3
Conduct staff supervisory responsibilities to include selection, hiring, orientation, training, scheduling, coaching, monitoring, counseling, discipline and t! erminations.
Daily
4
Administer Employee Policies and Procedures. Develop, maintain and periodically update written policies and procedures and job descriptions. Orient staff and train on policies and procedures.
As needed
5
Develop departmental budgets, re-forecasts and staffing plans.
Annually, Quarterly
6
Assist in the administration of the Property/Risk Management Procedure Plans.
Daily
7
Make reports and recommendations to the Executive Director as necessary or required concerning the operation of the departments.
As needed
8
Develop, implement and monitor the Masterpiece Living, Quality Improvement, Safety, Infection, Disaster and Environmental Control Programs in concert with company and state standards and provide appropriate plans of action to correct any identified deficiencies.
Annually
9
Participates and oversees the admission and on-going resident assessment and care planning process. !
Daily
10
Coordinate and/or conduct resident care plan confe! rences with families/sponsors. Actively communicate and work with families, resident and staff to resolve complaints and grievances. Updates residents and families when appropriate to assist in safe, respectful and appropriate transitions to other care settings, as necessary. Coordinate feedback and communication with resident/family and staff to ensure safety and appropriate level of care.
As needed
11
Act as Resident liaison and advocate to the Executive Director.
Daily
12
Act as Resident/Administrative advocate for development of and participation in Residents Council for the Assisted Living and Memory Care Setting.
Daily
13
Develop methods for coordination of the departments services with other departments and outside agencies and health professionals to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care. Coordinate with other staff members in scheduling events and use of facilities.
As needed
14
Oversees compli! ance with established company and state mandated practices for documentation. Monitors and Coaches staff for improved performance.
15
Oversee surveys and inspections made by government agencies.
As needed
16
Complete appropriate forms, reports, evaluations, and studies. Monitors and maintains documentation compliance in all areas to include medication system, MARs, incidents, resident clinical information, QA, Safety and required reports.
Daily
17
Assist in resident care as needed.
As needed
18
Attend in-service classes and staff meetings.
As needed
19
Obtain and demonstrate knowledge of the Masterpiece Living philosophy and its inherent core values of Commitment, Respect, Compassion, Dedication, Teamwork and Quality. Associates will support and participate in Masterpiece Living® (e.g., assist with feedback groups, assist in new initiatives, encourage residents and act as their cheerleader). Be familiar with and ! fluent in the language and details of Masterpiece Living.
Ongoing 20
Develop job related knowledge, skills and abilities by participating in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development.
Annually
21
Perform other duties as assigned.
As needed
Minimum Job Qualifications
Level of Education
Bachelors Degree
Technical or Professional License(s)/Certification(s)
Assisted Living Administrator License and/or other License as required by the state
Registered Nurse preferred
CPR
Level of Experience
At least 3yrs progressively responsible work experience in the senior living industry or related field.
General Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to read and write, follow written and oral instructions, and communicate effectively in English. Ability to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience and compassion. Ability to perform duties with consideration for residents rights at all times and demonstrate integri! ty and discretion in the care of residents and in handling their health information. Leadership and motivational skills.
Technical Skills
Knowledge of medical/nursing practices and procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to senior living care. Experience with clinical and diagnostic procedures. Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, interpret, and manage programs, goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and resources necessary to provide quality of care.
Inside-Outside Work Contacts
Primary contacts are with reporting staff, other managerial employees, and residents.
Supervision
The position is expected to perform independently and exercise good judgment. The position supervises, directs, and reviews the work of other employees, conducts performance appraisals, and takes disciplinary action.
Physical/Environmental Demands
Physical/Sensory
On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reac! hing, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted. Must physically be able to carry, transfer, push and pull, and reposition residents with assistance or using appropriate equipment. Must have normal eyesight or use corrective lenses. Must have three-dimensional vision and ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Must be able to recognize colors. Must be able to hear and distinguish between normal tones and be able to perceive the nature of sounds. Must be able to exchange ideas by means of the spoken word as well as engage in activities to convey detailed or spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, and/or quickly. Must have normal sense of touch and smell.
Work Environment
Works in well-lighted, well ventilated building. Must be able to tolerate oc! casional exposure to dust, fumes, odors, water, etc., as well as some noise. When outside, must be able to tolerate exposure to weather, fluctuations in temperature (hot, cold), wet and/or humid conditions. Subject to frequent interruptions. Subject to hostile or emotionally upset individuals. Must be willing to work, when necessary, beyond normal working hours and on weekends, as well as in other positions as necessary.
Risk/Safety
The position requires exposure to some risk to physical and/or mental health and safety (i.e., physical assault, communicable disease, etc).
Exposure Classification
Work related tasks assigned to this position involve the potential exposure as classified in Category I by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). See the facility Exposure Control Plan for potential exposure classification and standard operating procedures for individualized tasks.
This position may include access to Protected Health I! nformation (PHI) as defined within the Health Insurance Portability and! Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy and Security Rule. PHI refers to individually identifiable health information that is transmitted or maintained in electronic media or any other form or medium. Under the direction of the Privacy/Security Officer, employees who have access to PHI will receive training on the requirements of the Rule and the Somerby health information policies and procedures. Employees who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule are subject to discipline, up to and including termination.
This job description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. Somerby maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time. I acknowledge that I have read the job description and understand what is expected of me in this position. I am able to perform the assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Successful candidate must have current RN license in good standing. Applicant must have Administrators license or be able to obtain within 90 days. At least 3 years of responsible work experience in the senior living industry or related field required.
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