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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Director of Retirement Home to ensure the high-quality operation of the facility and the safety and well-being of its residents. The Director plays a key role in overseeing daily operations, leading staff, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate possesses excellent leadership and communication skills and is deeply committed to elderly care.
This position includes managing the budget, strategic planning, overseeing quality assurance processes, and ensuring resident and family satisfaction. The Director maintains relationships with authorities, healthcare providers, and other partners to ensure smooth operations. Additionally, the role involves recruiting, training, and motivating staff.
The successful candidate will be able to handle challenges effectively, make quick decisions, and show empathy toward residents and their families. This is a high-responsibility role requiring a leader who can ensure the long-term stability and development of the institution.
Responsibilities
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- Lead, recruit, and train staff
- Plan and manage the budget
- Maintain relationships with authorities and partners
- Supervise quality assurance processes
- Ensure safety and well-being of residents
- Strategic planning and development
- Ensure legal and regulatory compliance
- Handle resident and family complaints
- Prepare reports for the governing body
Requirements
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- At least 5 years of leadership experience in a similar institution
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Empathy and commitment to elderly care
- Knowledge of social care regulations
- Budgeting and financial knowledge
- Conflict resolution skills
- Basic computer skills
- Flexibility and problem-solving ability
- Teamwork capabilities
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have managing a retirement home?
- How do you handle staff conflicts?
- What methods do you use to ensure resident satisfaction?
- How do you plan and manage the budget?
- What regulations are you familiar with in social care?
- How do you motivate your staff?
- Have you participated in quality assurance audits?
- How do you handle complaints from residents and families?
- What IT systems have you used before?
- Why are you interested in this position?
