Cottage Care Director at Severna Park

Allegro Senior Living•Severna Park, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cottage Care Director (CCD) plans, directs and assists as needed in all cottage care (Memory Care) staffing and service needs. This role involves supervisory duties for all Memory Care staff, including recruitment, hiring, training, and performance management. The CCD collaborates with other directors to implement state regulations, functions as part of the management team, and develops a care environment that supports the overall Cottage Care philosophy. Key responsibilities include creating and coordinating person-centered activities, monitoring physician orders and medication administration, conducting resident assessments, and developing care plans. The position requires a strong understanding of cognitive impairment, effective supervisory practices, and knowledge of senior care resources.

Requirements

Experience in and knowledge of diagnoses
Knowledge of medication and administration procedures
Knowledge in diagnostic review of resident falls
Knowledge in skillfully conducting resident assessments and creating appropriate Plans of Care
Educational background in understanding cognitive impairment
Ability to coordinate with medical providers with understanding of physiology
Ability to conduct professional care plan meetings with families as a licensed advocate for resident’s needs
Knowledge of effective supervisory and management practices, techniques, and methods
Knowledge of resources for seniors and of related agencies
Understanding of the social, psychological, and recreational needs of Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents
Ability to exercise confidentiality following HIPAA guidelines
Must be 21 years of age or older
RN or LPN required and in good standing with state licensing authority
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors
Aptitude and previous experience with Alzheimer’s and memory impaired residents
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company Fleet Safety standards.
Driving is an essential function of this position and a condition of employment.
Associates in this role are required to meet and maintain Company driving eligibility and insurability requirements to perform assigned job duties.
MVR reviews will be conducted at hire and periodically thereafter in accordance with Company policy.
Failure to meet or maintain Company driving standards may result in removal from driving responsibilities and may impact continued employment eligibility for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in an equivalent setting preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise all MTs, CNAs and other cottage staff
Recruit and hire, manage and direct cottage care staff
Orient, monitor progress and reinforce training of cottage care staff, including state required training
Collaborate with Resident Care Director (RCD) and Executive Director in implementing state regulations as required
Function as part of the management team (manager on duty coverage, presenting the community, planning and participating in staff meetings, planning and implementing marketing and community events)
Develop a care team and residential living environment that supports overall Cottage Care philosophy
Create and coordinate implementation of ongoing person-centered activities and life skills programming
Monitor physician orders to assure follow-through and completion
Audit Medication Administration Records (MAR) and notify pharmacy of changes
Complete resident assessments in a timely manner and train designated team members in assessment skills
Develop and implement resident care plans to meet the needs of residents
Monitor all aspects of the medication administration program
Direct and coordinate resident care service needs in collaboration with care team and community department heads as appropriate