Director of Health Services
Company: Professional Diversity Network
Location: La Mesa
Posted on: February 24, 2021
Job Description:
Director of Health Services - Education Loan Assistance
Available Working at MBK Senior Living is more than a job-it is an
opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors, their families, the
professionals that serve them plus be a part of a dynamic and
growing team! Our positions provide the opportunity for associates
to share their passion and dedication while making a difference in
the lives of our storied residents every day. We are currently
seeking a Director of Health Services for our community, The
Montera, in La Mesa, CA. The Director of Health Services serves as
a liaison with hospital personnel, physicians, community
organizations and other health related service agencies to provide
quality care to our assisted living residents. Additionally, this
role is responsible for hiring, training and managing a staff that
is capable of providing superior care, while maintaining the
physical and emotional health of residents, and in accordance with
MBK's core values.
- Conduct and coordinate the potential assisted living resident
assessment program for (20%) in accordance with current rules,
regulations, and community policies and procedures that govern
resident assessment including:
- ensure that an initial assisted living resident assessment is
completed prior to each resident's move-in date and a comprehensive
care plan is completed upon move-in
- Conduct routinely scheduled re-assessments on each assisted
living resident, and change of condition assessments (20%) as
needed to:
- ensure each assisted living resident is receiving the best
possible care and programs to meet their individual needs
- conduct interviews and observations of the assisted living
residents on a continual basis
- alert Executive Director, Director of Connections For Living,
family members and others (as necessary) of any changes in the
physical or emotional health of the assisted living resident, and
the department's ability to meet those needs
- Ensure continuity of the assisted living residents' total care
regimen by developing methods for the coordination of nursing
services with other resident services (20%):
- work closely with all departments in the community to ensure
assisted living residents are receiving all available services to
enhance their quality of life
- act as a resource and care manager for the assisted living
residents and their families
- contact physicians, family and others to obtain orders for care
and represent the community
- ensure that the calendar is made and followed monthly to ensure
that our assisted living residents are engaged in meaningful
activities daily
- Recruit, interview, hire, manage, schedule, motivate, evaluate
and supervise department staff in accordance with community
policies, procedures and established budgets (15%)
- daily review of timekeeping, meal breaks and overtime
- create and conduct orientation for new associates
- ensure on-going training and education for all associates, in
accordance with all governing requirements, and community policies
and procedures to ensure that staff is properly trained in:
- competent delivery of medications to residents, safety and
emergency procedures, documentation / record keeping, resident's
records and acceptable treatments, etc., and in providing the best
care possible for our assisted living residents
- ensure all care staff compete State required training
- Perform all administrative duties accurately and timely
including associate evaluations, necessary forms, reports,
evaluations, studies, surveys, resident records, assessments, care
profiles, etc.(10%) including:
- coordinate departmental schedule to ensure adequate staffing in
accordance with legal requirements, community standards, policies,
procedures, and budgets
- ensure coverage of job duties within the department during
associate absences, either through delegation or personal
completion of duties
- maintain inventory of supplies necessary for resident care
- Coordinate prescription orders with doctors' offices, as well
as pharmacy delivery of medications (5%) including:
- oversee the central storage, tracking and delivery of
medications
- ensure all medication carts are in order
- ensure all medication records administration are completed per
Company guidelines and State regulations
- Responsible for the overall safety and health of all assisted
living residents (5%) including:
- ensure that all governing requirements are closely monitored
and executed
- ensure that all physician orders are carried out properly
- Aid in the community marketing effort through positive
interactions, acting as a liaison between the community, and
families/outside health service providers (5%)
- Key management member acting as Manager on Duty when
necessary
- Perform other job duties or special projects as
assigned/requested by the Executive Director
- 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
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff,
residents, and guests following established safety standards,
policies and procedures
- Understand and comply with all Federal, State, and local
regulations, and all company policies and procedures concerning the
department
- Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, team
members and guests
- Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open
communication in accordance with the MBK principles and core
values
- Assist Executive Director in completing an annual budget
including:
- ensure the financial goals are met monthly
- manage labor and other expenses to meet these financial
goals
- Possess the ability and desire to minimize waste and misuse of
supplies/equipment
- Health Services Assistant = 1 to 6 employees
- Caregiver = 8 to 48 employees (Shared EE's w/Dir. Of CFL)
- Medication Technician = 2 to 16 employees (Shared EE's w/Dir.
Of CFL)
- Certified RN, LPN, or LVN is essential or 2 years of full-time
college attendance
- Must have completed all of the required specialized Nursing
coursework for certification as an RN, LPN or LVN
- Prior related work experience functioning in a similar assisted
living management role, within a similar industry/work environment
is essential
- Prior management or supervisory experience is required
- Current First Aid Certification is required
- Must complete Background clearances (as required by government
regulations)
- Must complete a health screening and provide negative TB test
results (must be within the last 6 months or within 7 days of
employment)
- Valid class of driver's license required by state for
vehicle/van(s) capacity and valid insurance
- 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)
- Excellent communication skills are required
- including the ability to speak, write and read English
- 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 possess the ability to deal tactfully and professionally
at all times with personnel, residents, family members, and
guests
- Must maintain a neat and organized work environment to promote
safe coordination of resident care
- Must have a valid driver's license for the state hired in and
reliable transportation for potential resident assessments
Preferred Job Requirements
-
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Human Services or Health Care
field is highly desirable IND123 Physical Demands
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- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day and
throughout the community
- Ability to lift/carry and pull up to 40+ pounds
- Ability to push residents up to 250 pounds
- Ability to push up to 250 pounds
- Ability to assist in the moving of residents when necessary MBK
Senior Living is a dynamic, growing company that opened its first
senior living community in 2004. We currently
have--thirty-three--communities in six states. As an MBK community
associate, you will enjoy the genuine spirit of caring and
collaboration that makes each of our communities so well respected
within their local neighborhood. In addition, you will become part
of an ever increasing community of professionals who have the
passion and dedication of building meaning--ful relationships with
our residents and their families now and for years to come. We
offer a rich benefits package comprising of the following:
competitive salaries with opportunities for growth; 401(k)
retirement plan with up to 4% employer matching; comprehensive
industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance;
company-provided life, disability and AD&D insurance; flexible
spending accounts, generous paid time off including vacation and
sick time, holidays, and bereavement leave; and a variety of
programs including leadership development, training, and personal
coaching; education loan assistance and scholarships; daily living,
financial and legal services; childcare and eldercare assistance;
employee discounts; and health and wellness resources that include
virtual yoga, mindfulness, and financial readiness for employees
and their family members. If you are ready to meet the challenges
of this critical role, we want to hear from you! HIPAA Disclosure:
All associates prior to commencing employment and once employed
must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the
Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and
state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn
you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party
notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is
a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to
provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or
Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your
employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws
and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited
to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those
laws relating you an associates' professional license.
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