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The Alden Network · 2 days ago

Assistant Administrator

McHenry, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

The Alden Network is seeking an Assistant Administrator to oversee the internal operations of their facility under the direction of the Administrator. The role involves planning, implementing, and directing facility programs while ensuring compliance with policies and quality care standards.

Assisted LivingHealth CareNursing and Residential Care

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility in its programs and activities

Assure that all procedures are followed in accordance with established policies

Directly supervise employees and instruct staff providing in-services training to promote job knowledge

Identify problems, develop, and implement solutions with the assistance of Alden Management Services

Assure that quality care is being rendered

Assure the necessary and appropriate information to facilitate the admission of the residents to the facility from the home, hospital, or other facility, and to complete the paperwork necessary for the admission process

Represent the facility to clients, hospitals, and community agencies, establishing a good rapport with the transferring institutions

Provide direction for the entire facility in the absence of the Administrator

Review the facility policy and procedure manual, Job Descriptions, cleaning schedules, etc., at least annually for revisions and make recommendations to the Administrator

Ensure that all personnel follow established departmental policies and procedures, including appropriate dress code

Attends and actively participates in resident care plan conference when indicated

Investigate and follow through on all concerns made by the resident or their family. Communicate status thereof to complainant

Meet with personnel on a regularly basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and/or the improvement of services

Schedule department work hours, personnel, work assignments, etc., to expedite work

Counsel/discipline personnel as necessary

Complete performance evaluations timely

Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility

Plan, conduct, and participate in In-service Education Programs

Assist in the implementation and maintenance of an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to the facility, his/her department, and its policies and procedures

Attend and participate in continuing education programs

Recommend required changes to improve resident care, stay within budget, or both

Recommend improvements in facility physical plant and equipment

Handle employee grievances and report to Administrator

Supervise building and ground cleaning, and maintenance to assure that the facility is clean, odor free and attractive in appearance

Conduct periodic evening, night, and weekend rounds of the facility to determine if the facility is being operated according to policies, procedures, and regulations

Educate all staff on the importance of customer service

Promote good public relations within the community

Attend Department Head meetings, Infection Control meetings, Quality Assurance meetings, etc., on a regular basis

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Long-Term Care knowledgeLeadership abilitySupervisory skillsEffective communicationDecision makingCustomer serviceEmotional stabilityPatienceEnthusiasmCheerful dispositionTeamwork

Required

High school education or equivalent; college education or licensed nurse

Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner and communicate effectively

Must be able to deal tactfully and have the ability to work effectively with residents, families, personnel, support agencies and the general public

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Must have patience, enthusiasm, and a cheerful disposition

Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with all personnel

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday

Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met

Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, visitors, personnel, and support agencies

Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability

Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people

May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., throughout the day

Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses