Director (Welfare Facility)
かんちょう（ふくししせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession responsible for the overall operation and management of welfare facilities, including service provision to users, staff guidance, budget and personnel management, and community collaboration.
Description
The Director (Welfare Facility) performs comprehensive management of facility operations to maintain and improve the quality of services for users such as the elderly and people with disabilities. Primarily responsible for formulating operation policies, budget management, personnel and training, equipment maintenance, coordination and collaboration with related organizations and local residents, verification of legal compliance, and crisis management response. Leads the team through staff guidance and development, hosting staff meetings, and reviewing service plans to ensure a safe and secure living environment for users.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society, demand for welfare facilities is on the rise, increasing the need for directors with operational management skills. Future prospects include the ability to respond to ICT implementation and diverse service provision.
Personality Traits
Has Compassion / Has Cooperativeness / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
External Negotiations / On-Call / Partial Remote Work Allowed / Regular Hours / Shift Work
Career Path
Social Welfare Facility Support Worker → Chief → Deputy Director → Director → Area Manager → Headquarters Executive
Required Skills
Budget Management / Community Collaboration Coordination / Service Plan Formulation / Staff Training
Recommended Skills
Crisis Management / IT Tool Utilization / Knowledge of Welfare Systems / Multilingual Support
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Coordination and negotiation with diverse stakeholders are essential. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership to lead the organization is necessary. |
| Planning & Organization | Formulating long-term and short-term plans such as annual plans and budget preparation is important. |
| Problem Solving | Immediate response and resolution to sudden incidents are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure an environment with significant responsibilities and high stress. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily administrative and management duties, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Manager
- Certified Social Worker
- Social Welfare Officer Appointment Qualification
Aliases
- Facility Director
- Social Welfare Facility Director
- Welfare Facility Director
Related Jobs
- Certified Care Manager
- Lifestyle Consultant
- Social Welfare Facility Support Worker