Associate Executive Director

Associate Executive Director

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Associate Executive Director is responsible for the overall operational performance of the following departments: Environmental Services, Food Service, Community Services, Therapeutic Recreation, Wellness, and Volunteer.

Responsible for the overall performance of the following departments: housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, security, dining, activities, wellness, volunteer services and community services.

• In collaboration with the Executive Director, hires, disciplines, supervises, trains, and professionally develops department directors reporting to this position in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Periodically conducts performance evaluations and quality assurance audits, monitors resident satisfaction, and promptly responds to any areas of concern.
• Responsible for monitoring each department's budget compliance and shall exert control to ensure sound fiscal operations of elements.
• Supports sales and marketing, nursing, assisted living and other department leaders in delivering services, programs and regulatory and legal compliance.
• Assists the Executive Director and Corporate Office staff in program and facility expansion planning.
• Coordinates the efforts of the respective managers to guarantee the delivery of quality service efficiently and economically.
• Ensures and maintains compliance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the various governmental authorities.
• In collaboration with the Executive Director, utilizes consultants to meet Homewood objectives. Executes and manages consulting contracts, evaluating consultant contributions to ensure maximum value and contract compliance.
• Ensures good relations with the public, community staff and residents, and direct reports.
• Ensures that the rights and dignity of each resident and co-worker are secured and respected.
• Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information.
• Complies with established Corporate and facility policies and procedures and maintains established standards and practices.
• Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

Commitment to the organization's purpose, mission and stated core values.

Has compassion, understanding and empathy for older persons.

Bachelor's degree in business, health care or other related field of study.

Provides evidence of experience in and knowledge of finance, governmental regulations, policy formulation, public relations, marketing, health law, and organizational management.

Experience in senior living and/or long-term care preferred.

Possesses management ability including skills in written and verbal communication, reasoning, and coaching.

Understands management, delegation and motivational concepts.

Must have qualities of leadership, initiative, good judgment and dependability.

Licensure as a nursing home administrator is desirable and may be required as business needs dictate. Can be obtained after/in the course of employment.