Merrill Gardens
Senior Living Resident Care Director
Merrill Gardens, Brentwood, California, United States, 94513
Are you passionate about working with seniors and dedicated to supporting their wellness journey, ensuring an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, Merrill Gardens at Brentwood invites applications for a Resident Care Director to help support residents within our beautiful community.
Base Pay Range $90,000.00/yr - $126,000.00/yr
Benefits
Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance)
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days
Free daily meal every shift
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Tuition reimbursement for career growth
Company‑paid short & long‑term disability insurance
Pet insurance and team member discounts
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
Resident Care Director Responsibilities Resident Services
Develops and implements the highest standards for assisted living services
Works directly with residents to evaluate needs and services
Conducts and/or assists with electronic evaluation of incoming residents and periodic re‑evaluations, ensuring services rendered are documented and charged according to policy
Implements services during new resident move‑in and helps residents with orientation to the community
Provides direct care to residents as needed according to their identified service needs
Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents resident status; observes and reports significant changes in resident behavior and health to GM, physician, and family per regulations
Conducts regular meetings with residents and their families to ensure their needs are being met
Communicates with resident family members, physicians, and pharmacists as needed regarding residents and services provided
Ensures all Resident Rights and Responsibilities are protected and enforced; recognizes and assists in prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation and reports to appropriate sources per regulations
Addresses difficult resident behaviors with dignity and respect
Guarantees compliance with all State Rules and Regulations of assisted living
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides team members with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities
Challenges and inspires team members to achieve results
Evaluates team members’ skills and competencies and ensures completion of performance reviews
Sets clear expectations and holds team members accountable for performance
Oversees training and development of team members; ensures training and certification of all staff is completed as required by policy and state regulations
Provides coaching, direction, and leadership support to team members to achieve employee engagement and customer delight
Mentors team members using electronic care system
Builds effective teams by determining adequate staffing levels, identifying and recruiting top talent
Prepares staffing schedules to meet all community requirements for standards of care
Administration
Adheres to budgetary guidelines established by Merrill Gardens
Coordinates with General Manager for financial stability of assisted living department through census development and expense control
Provides General Manager with weekly status reports on all residents
Maintains all resident records and department documentation
Complies with state‑mandated reporting
Audits services for regulatory compliance
Provides additional management reports as required
Qualifications Education
Current LPN/LVN or RN licensure, as specified by state agency
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire where required by state
Completion of dementia training within six months of hire if applicable
Experience
3 years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in assisted living, geriatric nursing, or gerontology and dementia care
Experience in medication administration and hands‑on personal care preferred
Demonstrated ability in budgeting and cost control
Experience operating an electronic care system
Physical Requirements This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Apply Consider applying to become a Resident Care Director with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!
Yes, you can have a meaningful career!
Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Base Pay Range $90,000.00/yr - $126,000.00/yr
Benefits
Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance)
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days
Free daily meal every shift
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Tuition reimbursement for career growth
Company‑paid short & long‑term disability insurance
Pet insurance and team member discounts
Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
Resident Care Director Responsibilities Resident Services
Develops and implements the highest standards for assisted living services
Works directly with residents to evaluate needs and services
Conducts and/or assists with electronic evaluation of incoming residents and periodic re‑evaluations, ensuring services rendered are documented and charged according to policy
Implements services during new resident move‑in and helps residents with orientation to the community
Provides direct care to residents as needed according to their identified service needs
Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents resident status; observes and reports significant changes in resident behavior and health to GM, physician, and family per regulations
Conducts regular meetings with residents and their families to ensure their needs are being met
Communicates with resident family members, physicians, and pharmacists as needed regarding residents and services provided
Ensures all Resident Rights and Responsibilities are protected and enforced; recognizes and assists in prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation and reports to appropriate sources per regulations
Addresses difficult resident behaviors with dignity and respect
Guarantees compliance with all State Rules and Regulations of assisted living
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides team members with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities
Challenges and inspires team members to achieve results
Evaluates team members’ skills and competencies and ensures completion of performance reviews
Sets clear expectations and holds team members accountable for performance
Oversees training and development of team members; ensures training and certification of all staff is completed as required by policy and state regulations
Provides coaching, direction, and leadership support to team members to achieve employee engagement and customer delight
Mentors team members using electronic care system
Builds effective teams by determining adequate staffing levels, identifying and recruiting top talent
Prepares staffing schedules to meet all community requirements for standards of care
Administration
Adheres to budgetary guidelines established by Merrill Gardens
Coordinates with General Manager for financial stability of assisted living department through census development and expense control
Provides General Manager with weekly status reports on all residents
Maintains all resident records and department documentation
Complies with state‑mandated reporting
Audits services for regulatory compliance
Provides additional management reports as required
Qualifications Education
Current LPN/LVN or RN licensure, as specified by state agency
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire where required by state
Completion of dementia training within six months of hire if applicable
Experience
3 years of related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in assisted living, geriatric nursing, or gerontology and dementia care
Experience in medication administration and hands‑on personal care preferred
Demonstrated ability in budgeting and cost control
Experience operating an electronic care system
Physical Requirements This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and assisting with resident care. Regular bending, reaching, and physical movement are required throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Apply Consider applying to become a Resident Care Director with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!
Yes, you can have a meaningful career!
Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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