Nursing Home Admissions Counselor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
Summary
A profession that explains facility usage conditions and services to elderly individuals hoping to enter a nursing home and their families, and handles admission consultations and coordination.
Description
Nursing Home Admissions Counselors explain in detail the usage conditions, costs, services, and living environment to elderly individuals and their families considering facility admission, and handle application procedures and care plan adjustments. They collaborate with municipalities, medical institutions, care managers, etc., to assess the users' physical and mental conditions and preferences, providing optimal admission support. They also handle follow-up after admission, communication adjustments with families, and document preparation and management.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society, the demand for admission support to welfare facilities such as nursing homes will remain stable, and job openings are expected to be secured to a certain extent in the future. With the expansion of the community-based integrated care system, the roles required of counselors will diversify, and higher expertise will be demanded.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Good listener / Polite and courteous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shifts only / Facility work / Overtime during busy periods / Team system / Weekends and holidays
Career Path
Admissions counselor → Life support counselor → Lifestyle counselor chief → Facility service manager → Deputy facility director → Facility director
Required Skills
Administrative processing / Consultation skills / Elderly welfare knowledge / Listening skills
Recommended Skills
Community comprehensive support collaboration / Long-term care insurance system knowledge / Welfare equipment knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is essential because errors in contract documents or application forms can affect admission. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to build trusting relationships with users and families and convey information accurately. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planned responses such as admission procedures, schedule adjustments, and document management are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced calculations or quantitative analysis are hardly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work centered, with low physical burden. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Support Specialist
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Social Worker
Aliases
- Admissions Counselor
- Nursing Home Admissions Counselor
Related Jobs
- Care Manager (Certified Care Support Specialist)
- Certified Care Worker
- Certified Social Worker
- Lifestyle Counselor