Nursing Home for the Elderly Director
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Oversees all operations and management of a nursing home for the elderly, maintaining and improving the quality of life support services for the elderly. A managerial position.
Description
The director of a nursing home for the elderly serves as the overall person in charge of facility operations to provide a reassuring living environment for the elderly, taking responsibility for organizational management, maintaining and improving service quality, and compliance with laws and regulations. Performs a wide range of tasks, including life consultations for users and approval of care plans, staff scheduling management and training plan formulation, budget and financial management, coordination and collaboration with administrative bodies and regional comprehensive support centers, and emergency responses. Balances managerial and welfare perspectives, leads the team to create a comfortable working environment, and plays a role in enhancing the trust of users and their families.
Future Outlook
With the progression of population aging, the needs for nursing homes for the elderly are increasing, and the demand for facility managers will remain stable. While challenges include administrative system reforms and securing human resources, there will be a need for ICT implementation and strengthened collaboration with community-based integrated care systems.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Good at coordination / Has leadership skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day shift / Headquarters collaboration / Night shift / Shift work / Team operations
Career Path
Care worker → Deputy facility director → Facility director → Corporate headquarters manager → Executive management
Required Skills
Compliance with laws (Long-term Care Insurance Act) / Consultation and assistance techniques / Facility planning and operations / Financial budget management / Personnel and labor management / Risk management
Recommended Skills
Community-based integrated care / ICT utilization (care record system) / Interprofessional collaboration / Service quality management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with residents, families, and staff is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactive leadership is required for improving facility operations and providing guidance. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning, coordination, and schedule management for facility operations are necessary. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are essential for handling complaints and emergency responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because the responsibilities involving human lives are heavy, and mental stress is significant. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly administrative management tasks, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Care Manager
- Certified Care Worker
- Social Welfare Facility Management Training
- Social Welfare Officer Appointment Qualification
Aliases
- Director
- Nursing Home for the Elderly Administrator
Related Jobs
- Group Home Manager
- Nursing Care Health Facility for the Elderly Director
- Special Nursing Home for the Elderly Director