About Us:

Madonna Gardens is a premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Salinas, California, where our residents and staff become family. At Madonna Gardens, we endeavor to address the universal desire of our residents and employees to be able to enjoy a secure, comfortable and purposeful life. We provide a supportive workplace environment for every team member. Each of our communities is designed to encourage residents, friends, family and staff to interact and enjoy each other's company every day. Here, you have a real opportunity to make a positive difference in your own life, by making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

We are looking to add a highly capable team member who can direct and support our care staff and manage our residents' Care Plans. This is an exciting time to join the Carefield team as we expand our company and develop resident and staff services.

About You:

We’re looking for an experienced Assisted Living Director to join our team of compassionate and driven individuals. Our ideal candidate would have experience is Assisted Living and Memory Care communities or similar environment with a focus on resident care to include; resident assessments, change of conditions, medical record charting, medication management, staff training, and staff management. The ability to be a team player and develop strong relationships with co-workers, residents, families, vendors and outside support is a must. We are looking for a well-rounded individual capable of team-based collaboration, coordination and communication in pursuit of the company mission to provide the best possible life experience for our senior living community residents and staff.

If you are highly motivated to achieve success in senior living, then we would like to talk to you about how we can work together for our mutual benefit and the benefit of our senior living residents and employees.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Executive Director:

• Supervise resident care associates, provide training, set and adjust rates of pay and hours of work, provide formal and informal performance feedback, recognize both appropriate and inappropriate behaviors/performances through rewards and discipline, and apportion work among subordinates.
• Interview residents and families prior to admission and coordinate pre-admission screening and assessment.
• Evaluate resident care needs and determine required level of care up on admission and changes in condition.
• Maintain clear records of all resident changes, requests, and irregularities.
• Update medical charts and care plan.
• Observe residents’ health status and take actions to address concerns within scope of practice.
• Record and notify Executive Director, physician, pharmacist, and family of any significant changes to resident’s health status and/or reactions to drugs, treatments, or significant incidents.
• Order medications from pharmacy, maintain records, and ensure that medications are properly stored and cared for.
• Maintain all health equipment for safety and proper function.
• Review and implement incident reports; evaluate for need of intervention to minimize risk of further occurrences.
• Read and understand medications and charts.
• Maintain records and files for residents, inventory, and supplies.
• Maintain appropriate supplies at all time.
• Provide quality assisted living program.
• Implement orientation and education programs that explain the philosophy of service in accordance with Carefield Living Policies and Procedures.
• Schedule Caregiver, develop daily tasks, and make assignments.
• Verify employee hours on time cards and payroll reports and arrange replacement staffing when necessary.
• Monitor associates in administration of mediation, including frequent audits of medication records.
• Interview and test job applicants.
• Continually assess resident needs in relation to staff training needs to determine priorities in designing an ongoing orientation program.
• Ensure that all new associates receive general and specific job training.
• Incorporate State Department of Social/Facility Services/ Public Welfare/Licensure requirements during in-service training and orientation.
• Participate in New Hire Orientation program and other regular staff meetings or functions.
• Monitor and maintain records of immunizations requirements for associates and residents.
• Track and ensure regulatory training requirements are met for associates annually.

Requirements:

• This position also requires 2-3 years of supervisory experience, prior care experience in an assisted living community or skilled nursing facility, and valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Able to speak, read, write and understand the English language fluently.
• Must have reliable transportation to travel for assessments and other outreach, automobile insurance as required by law and a valid drivers license.
• Must be open to on-call, Manager-On-Duty responsibilities, weekend and holiday schedules.

Additional Information:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance