Administrator

San Francisco Towers

SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall management of the Skilled nursing facility, enforcing facility and corporate policies and governmental regulations. Coordinates the functions of each department, organizing the programs within the framework of the operational budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. other duties may be assigned.

Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.

Directs all aspects of the facility's operations and programs such as budget planning, accounting and establishing rates for resident services, Develops an organizational structure, policies and procedures for various resident care activities.

Directs and coordinates activities of medical, nursing and administrative staffs and services.

Prepares and recommends to the Executive Director an annual facility operating budget. Monitors budget compliance on an ongoing basis and reports on monthly variances.

Implements all facility and corporate policies and procedures through appropriate delegation of duties to the facility staff.

Meets with individual residents and resident council on behalf of the facility and solicits the participation of these bodies in decision making or the facility programs and services where appropriate.

Hires supervisors and evaluates all facility department heads. Responsible for the facility operations regarding all marketing plans and achieving unit occupancy budget. Assists in welcoming new residents.

Develops and carries out a public relations marketing plan. Represents the facility in the community to enhance its visibility and reputation.

Maintains the facility in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the facility.

Supervises facility department heads with appropriate delegation of responsibility.

Approves all purchases made for the facility and makes recommendations regarding purchases where necessary.

Keeps a fire and safety plan, disaster and casualty program and disruption of services plan updated, and holds regular drills as necessary.

Insures a high quality of resident life at the facility through support and promotion of those programs and services that support Front Porch's Mission Statement.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees. All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 100 employees. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university for long-term care administration or related area of health administration; and at least five years' experience as an Administrator in continuing care and/or retirement facilities.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current California Nursing Home Administrator License and Retirement Care Facility Administrator's license with the California State Department of Social Services required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Interest in and concern for care of the elderly. Ability to plan, organize and implement new programs. Ability to develop and maintain a good working relationship with all facility personnel, residents and the community. Demonstrates leadership and ability to work as part of a team.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.