House Manager

Job Position Overview

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in directing the day-to-day functions of the home in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to assure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained.

Administrative Functions

• Planning, developing, organizing, implementing and directing the day-to-day functions of the home, its programs and activities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of our written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the home.
• Develop and maintain written job descriptions for each staff position in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, OSHA, and other pertinent laws governing job positions. Review with the Administrator.
• Assist in establishing policies that govern the resident's right to quality of life and care as defined by the resident's comprehensive assessment and care plan.
• Interpret the home's policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary or instructed.
• Ensure that public information (policy manuals, etc.) describing the services provided in the home is accurate and fully descriptive.
• Ensure that all employees, residents, visitors, and the general public follow established policies and procedures.
• Represent the home at and participate in cluster level meetings.
• Make written and oral reports / recommendations to the Administrator concerning the operation of the home.
• Recommend to the Administrator changes in the overall organization structure.
• Make weekly inspections of the home to assure that established policies and procedures are being implemented and followed. Report findings to the Administrator.
• Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents.
• Maintain a good public relations program that serves the best interest of the home and community alike.
• Assist in setting the tone and atmosphere of the home.
• Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are followed when conducting background checks.

Personnel Functions

Staff Development

Resident Rights

Working Conditions

Educational Requirements

A Degree in Business Administration or Health Administration preferred but not required.

Experience

Must have, as a minimum, 1 year experience in a healthcare setting.

Specific Requirements