Executive Director

Ciel Huntington LLC•Janesville, WI

About The Position

The Executive Director is responsible for the efficient operation and overall management and direction of the property's day-to-day functions in accordance with state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The role supports the organization's mission and culture and oversees property operations, staff, resident services, financial assets, compliance, safety, and community relations. The Executive Director leads staffing and department operations; manages budgets and financial controls; ensures residents receive appropriate services and are treated with dignity; represents the property to government agencies and the community; and drives census, referrals, sales, marketing, and continuous quality improvement. The role also oversees workplace safety, regulatory inspections and corrective plans, and required continuing education.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or one to three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two years of experience in long-term care.
Licensed Administrator, as required by state.
Proven leadership and management skills in a healthcare setting.
Excellent decision-making skills regarding finance and budgeting.
Ability to continuously perform duties involving walking, standing, or sitting.
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.
Ability to lift, carry, and push 0–10 pounds constantly, 11–50 pounds frequently, and 51–100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to climb stairs frequently, with an elevator available as an alternative if provided.
Ability to bend frequently at the waist, knees, hips, and spine, potentially while manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
Ability to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck while manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
Ability to reach overhead occasionally while manipulating weights of 10 pounds or less, and below the waist while manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more.
Ability to read clearly with or without corrective lenses.
Ability to hear telephones, audible alarms, bells, and signals related to resident safety, with or without hearing devices.
Strong command of English sufficient to read, write, and interpret medical and administrative information.

Responsibilities

Support the organization's mission, vision, goals, and culture.
Direct the overall management and control of the property's activities, programs, residents, and financial assets; delegate day-to-day authority when absent.
Recruit, hire, evaluate, coordinate, motivate, monitor, schedule, and supervise staff in accordance with company policy.
Ensure staff evaluations, merit increases, reprimands, disciplinary actions, and terminations are administered fairly and in compliance with company policy and state laws.
Develop administrative plans and procedures that define responsibilities, distribute workloads equitably, and provide adequate employee supervision.
Consult with department directors to resolve operational problems and improve services.
Arrange coverage for department-head duties during absences.
Promote and protect residents' rights and treat residents with dignity and respect.
Apply fiscal management skills to develop and manage budgets and produce timely, accurate, comprehensive fiscal reports.
Ensure the management team meets continuing education requirements and complete all state-mandated continuing education hours each year.
Implement operating and financial controls, manage expenditures within budget, and supervise financial records, billing, and accounts receivable.
Report resident census and other requested or required information to the Regional Director of Operations.
Maintain the property and services needed to support resident safety, health, and well-being, and ensure residents are admitted at an appropriate level for the property's licensure.
Ensure resident services appropriately address physical and mental well-being and needs, including needs identified in pre-admission appraisals.
Represent the property to outside and governmental agencies and participate in authorized government surveys and inspections.
Review survey deficiencies and develop plans of correction.
Explain property policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies as needed.
Develop a referral program and serve as a primary liaison and community leader on aging and dementia issues.
Lead continuous quality improvement at the community and respond appropriately to changes in senior and dementia care.
Oversee workplace safety, including the Safety Committee, OSHA compliance, employee safety training, Quality Assurance meetings, disaster planning, monthly fire and disaster drills, and workers' compensation injuries.
Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with coworkers and other departments.
Maintain a positive, professional image through actions and dress, and communicate the organization's values to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the community.
Lead community sales efforts and drive census, professional referrals, and execution of the sales and marketing plan.
Maintain a safe and secure environment for staff, residents, and guests in accordance with established safety standards.
Perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned.