Director of Home Health

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At Harrison Senior Living, we pride ourselves on attention to the smallest of details, and to assure the highest quality of life for each individual. We are dedicated to providing our residents with the very best in independent senior care and assisted living so their families can have peace of mind. Our home-like atmospheres offer a comfortable environment with the security of knowing that exceptional care is being given at all times. Harrison Senior Living is now expanding our horizons in Home Health vertical in Chester County area. We are now looking for a Director of Home Health who will be responsible for our overall Home Health division. This position will lead the overall Home Health Division.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay
• Health insurance with HSA and FSA options
• Competitive Paid time off accruals
• Dental insurance
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Referral program
• Short-term/Long-term insurance
• Daily Pay Options

SUMMARY: Oversight of Harrison Senior Living’s Home Health division: Harrison Health at Home. This includes management of all functions including but not limited to nursing services, meals, transportation, etc. The patient/resident experience will require close management, making an understanding of hospitality and customer service critical. Compliance, reimbursement and other facets of this business are also vitally important. An eagerness to rapidly grow this business in its three states of licensure through addition of new clients and new services will be essential to the required character of this position’s occupant.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Other duties as assigned.

• Manages 24 hour operation of home health business line in PA, MD and DE. Expansion to other states may occur and may fall under the purview of this position.
• Directs and regularly communicates with management team (CEO, CFO, COO, Directors of HR and Marketing). Works with department directors to manage budgets, financial needs, census, equipment, supplies, and resources. Ensures proper response to family, resident, regulatory, business and personnel matters.
• Manages survey and reporting processes. Leads all Home Health team members regarding conduct and disclosure, reporting, being present at all times surveyors are engaged, directing prompt responses to requests for information, and undertaking corrective action, if appropriate.
• Directs and performs quality assessment and assurance functions, including but not limited to: regulatory compliance rounds to monitor performance and to continuously improve quality. Implementation of programs to gather and analyze data for trends and to institute actions to resolve problems promptly. Reports and makes recommendations to appropriate committee.
• Ensures adherence to proper safety procedures, including but not limited to: compliance with infection control program, OSHA, fire and disaster safety, prompt investigation and reporting of injury. In the event of an emergency, directs employees, residents, and others to assure safety.
• Ensures proper documentation is maintained. This includes but is not limited to: documentation of care/services, investigations, incidents, meetings, staff training and in-services.
• Develops and updates policies and procedures to reflect the philosophy of the company, professional standards, and legal requirements.
• Maintains and applies current skills and knowledge through continuing education and in-service programs.
• Carries out responsibilities in compliance with federal, state, local laws and regulations, and with facility philosophy, policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to present information to management effectively. Must be able to speak, understand and read the English language to the extent necessary to manage facility.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high level of energy and enthusiasm. Ability to organize, document, and implement detailed programs. Good communication and computer skills.
• This position requires standing, sitting, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 75 pounds or more, bending, climbing, twisting upper body, walking, running, carrying, listening, talking, use of telephone, and exposure to medical equipment and persons with risk of illness.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises all home health team members, and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the facility policies, practices, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four year college or university preferred.
• Experience in home health required.
• Other healthcare care and hospitality experience will be beneficial.
• Meets state and federal requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Registered Nurse license preferred.
• Home Health certification, assisted living manager and/or skilled nursing administrator licenses would be relevant and as appropriate per state requirements.

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate in services or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, past or present receipt of disability-related services or supports, marital status, veteran status, or any other class of persons protected by federal, state or local law.