Director of Admissions

Purpose of Your Job Position  

The primary purpose of your job position is to develop, coordinate, direct and administer policies and procedures relating to all phases of admissions, as well as to oversee the Admissions Department, in accordance with established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator.  

Delegation of Authority  

As the  Director of Admissions, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.  

Job Functions  

Every effort has been made to make your job descriptions as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

Working Conditions  

• Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility.  
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours.  
• May remain on feet for long periods and may walk long distances throughout the day.  
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.  
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies, etc. under all conditions and circumstances.  
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.  
• Communicates with the medical staff, nursing staff and other department supervisors.  
• Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays and in other shifts temporarily, when necessary.  
• Attend and participate in continuing educational programs.  
• Communicates with the media, medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors.  
• Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support personnel, etc., to assure that the residents’ needs are continually met.  
• Is subject to falls, infectious diseases, odors, etc., throughout the day.  
• May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the  AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.  

Educational Requirements  

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma.  

Experience  

• Must possess a thorough knowledge of principles of effective communication, policies, education, community relations, demonstration, organization structure, social and activity services, government relations, etc., as they relate to the long-term care operation.  
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.  
• Must possess the ability to assimilate information from a variety of sources, analyze information and make recommendations to the Administrator.  
• Must possess the ability to establish, implement and maintain effective working and public relations.  
• Must be able to operate a computer and have a knowledge of various other office equipment.  

Specific Requirements  

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.  
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.  
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the general public.  
• Must be well-groomed.  
• Must be able to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.  
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.  
• Must be a minimum of twenty-five (25) years of age.  
• Must have advanced training in hospital or long-term care administration.  
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care administration.  
• Must be level-headed and calm in emergencies.  
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.  
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.  
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care and maintaining a sound operation.  
• Must be thoroughly familiar with the laws, regulations and guidelines governing the release of information.  
• Must be knowledgeable of computer systems, system applications, and other office equipment.  
• Must be able to type a minimum of 60 words per minute and use a calculator.  
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.  
• Must be able to maintain good personnel relations and employee morale.  

Physical and Sensory Requirements  

(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices) 

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.  
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.  
• 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, personnel, and support agencies.  
• Must be in good health and demonstrate emotional stability.  
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.  
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc. in excess of fifty (50) pounds.  
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.