Resident Care Coordinator

About This Role

The Resident Care Coordinator assists the Director of Resident Care in promoting optimal resident care and departmental efficiency within the Assisted Living and/or Memory Care unit. This role coordinates all care services provided to residents and is responsible for staff development within the department.

Responsibilities

• Ensure provision of services and monitor compliance with Federal and State policies governing resident care.
• Interview, hire, evaluate, coordinate, motivate, monitor performance, schedule, and supervise department staff.
• Coordinate departmental schedules and ensure adequate staffing.
• Oversee continuing education and staff development programs for caregivers and medication aides.
• Conduct or participate in orientation for new department members.
• Monitor and assist with personal care services and medication provision, ensuring all documentation is completed.
• Arrange for coverage of job duties within departments during employee absences.
• Assist with resident assessment programs, including pre-admission and periodic assessments.
• Conduct interviews and observations of residents to identify changes in health.
• Coordinate prescription orders and supervise central storage and delivery of medications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certifications as required by the state

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer one (1) year experience providing residential care to the elderly or similar experience with specialized dementia care programs. Prefer six months supervisory experience in a health related field.

Nice to Have

• One (1) year experience providing residential care to the elderly or similar experience with specialized dementia care programs
• Six months supervisory experience in a health related field

Benefits

Certifications