Connections for Living Director

Description

• Ensure family and community education and support group offerings
• Manage labor and other expenses to meet these financial goals
• Assist with development of volunteer programs
• Ensure coverage of job duties within the department during Team Member absences, either through delegation or personal completion of duties.
• Act as a resource/care manager for CFL residents and their families
• Create program assignments and hold CFL team accountable to MBK signature CFL programming.
• Daily review of timekeeping, meal breaks and overtime
• Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care
• Provide community education talks and/or attend external community events
• Ensure that the resident Traditions form is completed within 7 days of move-in and Traditions data have been included in the initial service plan.
• Alert CFL team, Director of Health Services, Executive Director, family members and others (as necessary) of any changes in the physical or emotional health of the resident, and the department’s ability to meet those needs.
• Ensure implementation of all CFL signature programming
• Maintain inventory of supplies necessary for resident care and for resident enrichment programs including family support resources.
• Ensure building maintenance systems are upheld
• Work closely with all departments in the community to ensure memory care residents are receiving all available services to enhance their quality of life
• Oversee implementation of CFL dining program
• Monitor employee hours to minimize overtime and ensure adequate coverage.
• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication in accordance with the MBK principles and core values
• Assist with potential memory care resident assessment program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and community policies and procedures.
• Assist with internal community enrichment and referral events
• Ensure all CFL team members compete all MBK and State required training
• Ensure the financial goals are met monthly
• Assist Executive Director in completing an annual budget.
• Ensure completion of meal census checks, behavior monitoring, elopement drills, daily observation sheets, alert charting, TELS work orders and other reporting systems.
• Work with MBK and outside resources to develop and continue a productive Support Group to be offered as a resource to the family members of our residents
• Calendar is made and followed monthly to ensure that our memory care residents are engaged in meaningful activities daily
• Coordinate departmental schedule to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with legal requirements, community standards, policies, procedures, and budgets.
• Oversee onboarding and conduct orientation for new Team Members
• Train whole community in CFL elopement policy and procedure and direct elopement drills as required by MBK policy.
• Oversee implementation of all MBK wellness programs including volunteers, peer social engagement, intergenerational, exercise, music, life skill, 1:1, purpose-driven and all other signature CFL programming.
• Interview potential CFL team members
• Understand and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations, and all company policies and procedures concerning the department
• Direct and execute updates to Traditions data as needed to keep needs documentation current.
• Ensure on-going training and education for all Team Members, in accordance with all governing requirements, and community policies and procedures to ensure that staff is properly trained in.
• Conduct interviews and observations of the memory care residents on a continual basis.
• Ensure that all governing requirements are closely monitored and executed
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents, and guests following established safety standards, policies and procedures
• Oversee strict compliance with MBK safety policy including CFL chemical and secured environment measures

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills are required, including the ability to speak, write and read English
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, and guests
• Requirement- Valid Oregon ALF/RCF Administrator’s License**
• Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, Team Members and guests
• Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction and multiplication) as required for personnel actions, budget and other financial responsibilities
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action, and to remain calm during stressful or emergency situations
• Must have solid pc skills and be familiar with several Microsoft Office Suite software programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Email, etc.), and other office equipment (e.g. scanners, copiers, and fax machines)
• Ability to lift/carry up to 40+ pounds and push 150 pounds to assist with the moving of residents
• AA or Certificate in gerontology, social services, business administration or similar At least 20 hours of continued education in aging and dementia care
• Current First Aid Certification is required
• Compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding resident rights
• Certified dementia practitioner or other similar certification highly desirable
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day and throughout the community
• Bending, kneeling, squatting, sitting and reaching
• Basic knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia
• Must complete a health screening and provide negative TB test results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of employment)
• Prior experience working with persons with dementia is required
• Must complete Background clearances (as required by government regulations)
• Possess the ability and desire to minimize waste and misuse of supplies/equipment
• Ability to lead and coordinate care across disciplines (activities, dining services, etc.)
• Prior management or supervisory experience is required
• Prior related work experience functioning in a similar memory care management role, within a similar industry/work environment is essential
• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, social services, gerontology, social work, nursing or recreational therapy highly desirable

Benefits

• Health and Wellness resources
• A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your
• Education loan assistance & scholarships
• Flexible spending accounts
• Childcare and eldercare assistance
• Team Member discounts
• Competitive salaries
• A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service
• Financial and legal services
• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%
• Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance