Director of Resident Services

The Position: We’re looking for a full-time Director of Resident Services for our 31 bed Assisted Living facility.

The Organization: Camphill Ghent, Inc. located in Chatham, NY opened in 2012 and provides independent and assisted living residence to residents in an elder community setting.

Why Should You Apply?

• All copays, deductibles, and prescriptions are paid by Camphill Ghent and there is no waiting period. This leaves you with more take-home pay!
• We offer generous paid time off (4 paid weeks off per year to start). Plus up to 14 paid holidays.
• We encourage and support good health and wellbeing by offering an annual wellness stipend of $1000--this can be used for a new kayak, fitness equipment, massages, etc!
• Other benefits include dental and vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan with an employer contribution, and a diverse, beautiful, and non-traditional work environment.

Requirements:

• Must be currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the State of New York.
• Must have demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must work well with others, have effective training, supervisory and management skills, and be able to identify and address problems effectively.
• Advanced degree in nursing or health-related field preferred.At least two years prior nursing experience working with the elderly either in a residential/facility setting or in home based care.

Responsibilities:

• Directs and coordinates the activities of personnel to meet the assessment, teaching and care needs of the residents.
• Adheres to and conveys the philosophy of supporting the dignity, privacy, independence, choice and individuality of residents.
• Recruits and hires home health aides and licensed nursing staff.
• Ensures appropriate consultation with and reports to prescribing practitioners regarding the status and progress of residents.
• Oversees the development of staffing schedules for home health aides and licensed nursing staff.
• Provides orientation and inservices/education to the home health aides.
• Participates in the quality assurance committee and encourages residents to present grievances or make recommendations regarding ongoing operations and programs.
• Responds to resident or staff concerns and reports them to the Administrator and/or others as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pay : From $80k annually

Camphill Ghent, Inc. located in Chatham, NY opened in 2012 and provides independent and assisted living residence to residents in an elder community setting.