Identifies and treats patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Improves patient’s communication skills through vocal exercises and cognitive therapies. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems. - Optimizes communication, cognitive and swallowing skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy staff in initiating referrals; evaluating and treating appropriate patients; effectively participating in the care planning process; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate. - Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members. - Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals. Confers formally and informally with the physician and other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient. - Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician’s orders. Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient. - Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services. - Recommends and obtains appropriate equipment to improve patient’s communication. Instructs patient, family and staff in use of augmentative communication devices. - Instructs patient, family and staff in appropriate speech language procedures or home program to allow carryover of therapeutic remediation and goals in daily activities. - Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual speech language pathology programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria. - Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual speech language pathology programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria. Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Assists in the collection of statistics as directed. - Adheres to Brookdale Healthcare Services policies and procedures. Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. - Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development. Attends in-service training as well as provides education to members of the patient care team and members of the community. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsible for following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. - Follows the plan of care, providing treatments and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. - Provides direct patient care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care. - Implements current nursing practices following a comprehensive assessment and plan of care. - Provides accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care. - Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and self-plan of care. - Participates in coordination of hospice services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include Hospice Aide, OT, PT, SW, ST, Dietician or Clinical Supervisor. - Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic techniques. - Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient’s response to treatments/medications. - Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Are you someone who has high attention to detail and accuracy? If so, then Brookdale’s Certified Medication Aide/Tech may be the right job for you. At our communities, our Certified Med Aides/Techs provide direct care to senior residents that follow a personalized medication and treatment service plan. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

This role coordinates and communicates all activities within the home health agency related to Centralized Services. The role is responsible for tracking referrals within the Centralized Service workflow including Intake and Document management, communicating all aspects of the workflow status with appropriate Home Health Agency staff and promoting an ongoing culture of collaboration and efficiency throughout the referral process. This associate will be proficient in Electronic Management Systems including but not limited to electronic referral platforms, Physician Portals, Forcura and HCHB. This role will promote strong communication in support of both Operational and Sales functions within the Agency. This role also support scheduling and other office functions as assigned. - Coordinates communication of agency referrals to appropriate associates of the agency. - Communicates with Central Services to address needs at the agency regarding referral management. - Responsible for reviewing and directing Forcura documentation platform, together with other EMR information to the correct associate in the agency and in collaboration with Centralized Services. - Serves as a coordinator between Centralized Services and the Agency. - Facilitates compliance in the electronic medical record for notices provided to the patient or responsible party (e.g. Notices of Medicare Non-Coverage, DPOA documentation) in a timely manner. - Tracks documentation management activities that are managed by the agency. - Assures compliance with, and facilitates completion of, service agreements from patient(s) and/or power of attorney(s) receiving services from the agency. - Keeps the Clinical Service Manager informed on aspects within the care team specific to documentation and referral management. - Keeps the sales team informed on referral management. - Prepares reports for scheduling tracking and participates in agency meetings to ensure patient and associate scheduling needs are met. - Maintains positive relationships and rapport with co-workers, associates, patients/family members and community personnel. - Adheres to communication and accountability guidelines established by local and regional administration. - Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to agency safety standards. - Adheres to established confidentiality standards as required by Brookdale and HIPAA concerning community and patient information. - Assists with coordination of scheduling for timely initiation of care - Provides support with scheduling as needed - Performs other duties as assigned This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Do you have a heart for people and enjoy serving the senior community? If so, become a Brookdale LPN Wellness Nurse. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Here at our assisted living communities, our Wellness Nurses share and receive smiles by providing personalized health care.  

Are you outgoing and someone who loves interacting with people on a daily basis? Then Brookdale’s Receptionist job is for you! Our Receptionists greet visitors, answer phones, and are the face and voice of our communities. In this role, you will answer questions and help our senior residents and guests in a professional, pleasant and courteous manner. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

 Have a passion for helping people? Brookdale will offer you the opportunity to care for the same individuals each day becoming part of their extended community family. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and as a Licensed Practical Nurse, you are that person bringing a smile to their face each time they see you.

Have a passion for helping people? At Brookdale, our Private Duty Home Care Assistants do just that. You provide assistance to clients in their daily activities while recognizing each individuals needs and encouraging their progress to independence. You become a friend and a helper to our senior clients.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Are you outgoing and someone who loves interacting with people on a daily basis? Then Brookdale’s Receptionist job is for you! Our Receptionists greet visitors, answer phones, and are the face and voice of our communities. In this role, you will answer questions and help our senior residents and guests in a professional, pleasant and courteous manner. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

At Brookdale, our dining experience starts with our Dishwashers, or Kitchen Utility associates. Seniors at our communities expect clean dining wear and eating utensils. Our dishwashers run our dish washing machines, ensuring we provide our residents and guests with clean and sparkling plates, silverware and glasses at mealtime. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned CNA or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale is for you. Our Certified Nursing Assistant-CNA’s provides direct care to senior residents, assist in maintaining a safe environment, and provides a high level of care on a daily basis. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Provides and directs Occupational Therapy services to patients including screening, assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation. Functions under physicians’ orders and adheres to applicable principles and practices of occupational therapy, Brookdale policies and procedures and state regulations. - Optimizes the physical abilities and skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy staff in initiating referrals; evaluating and treating appropriate patients; effectively participating in the care planning process; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate. - Establishes individual patient plan of care to optimally address patient-specific goals and to comply with service delivery parameters in accordance with the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) Manual, Managed Care Contract or other guidelines specific to long term care. Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals. - Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members. Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician’s orders. Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patient. - Accesses the patient’s record and records results of screenings, physician orders, discharge summaries and other information as required in the Community’s electronic medical record system. Documents results of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services following standards established by The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Administrative Contractor Local Coverage Determinations (MAC LCD) and Brookdale, utilizing electronic medical record software as specified by Brookdale - Develops appropriate home program to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in his/her own environment. Participates in discharge planning. Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above. - Refers patients for treatment to Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) by completing evaluation and initial plan of treatment and communicating necessary and sufficient information. Supervises and directs COTA in the implementation of the treatment plan. - Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual occupational therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria such as CareTool and other standardized tests and measures. - Participates in patient, family and staff education. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient. Attend in-service training and facility meetings as required. - Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation in an accurate and timely manner, meeting all regulatory guidelines. Assists in the collection of statistics as directed. - Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Programs as required. Adheres to established confidentiality standards as required by Brookdale concerning patient information. - Attends in- service training as well as provides education to members of the patient care team and members of the community. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds to maintain proper care of the assigned community(s) in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards/regulations and company policies. - Directs the community maintenance, housekeeping and laundry (if applicable) staff, to include hiring, training, evaluating performance, resolving disciplinary issues and firing. - Directs the maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and grounds through maintenance staff. Inspects completed work for conformance to standards and policies. - Implements preventative maintenance programs. Coordinates compliance with local, state and federal building codes, SDS, OSHA, EPA regulations, and fire codes. - Coordinates engineering contractors and vendors, making sure insurance and licenses are current. - Conducts regular inspections of life safety systems, including fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems. - Coordinates annual apartment maintenance schedule and completion. Oversees necessary repairs and maintenance in apartments and common areas including refurbishment for move-ins. - Ensures the outside of the property is maintained, including landscaping, snow removal, and garbage/trash removal. - Prepares and follows approved budget. Tracks utility consumption and expense files. - Maintains inventory control for all general supplies, parts and equipment for necessary repairs and maintenance. Maintains all required engineering files. - Assesses all plumbing and electrical problems within the community and determines the best course of action to correct the problem. Works within the legal scope of local and state codes. - Reviews safety data sheets (SDS) as requested for potential exposure to hazardous chemicals used and take necessary precautions - Assess property damage and file property damage claims in accordance with company policy. - Responds appropriately to resident or community emergencies by assisting as needed. - Maintains office, shops and mechanical areas within company standards. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Oversees the day to day operation of the convenience store by providing a clean, stocked and organized store for residents and guests.   - Ensures the store is operational as scheduled according to Brookdale standards. - Assists in purchasing all food and nonfood items. - Prepares fresh products daily. - Prices and marks all items in store. - Keeps the store clean and adheres to all health department criteria. - Charges residents and guests for items bought via a cash register or property billing system. - Attends all training and in-service seminars. - Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices. - Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers. - Processes daily reconciliation reports and cash deposits.   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned CNA or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale is for you. Our Certified Nursing Assistant-CNA’s provides direct care to senior residents, assist in maintaining a safe environment, and provides a high level of care on a daily basis. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Providing care to residents of our Senior Living Community is a rewarding experience both on a professional and personal level. Unlike clinics and hospitals, you will care for the same individuals each day becoming part of their extended community family. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and as a Registered Nurse, you are that person, bringing a smile to their face each time, they see you.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned CNA or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale is for you. Our Certified Nursing Assistant-CNA’s provides direct care to senior residents, assist in maintaining a safe environment, and provides a high level of care on a daily basis. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Responsible for creating an exceptional Brookdale Healthcare Services (BHS) customer experience through the timely and successful coordination and delivery of appropriate services to our residents. Ensures continuity of care by facilitating open communication between all involved in patient care activities and following through on service delivery. Builds and maintains positive relationships with community and regional leadership, health care providers, community resources, and other stakeholders to develop ancillary programs in the communities and identify business development opportunities. Maintains the objectives, goals, and philosophy of quality healthcare delivery in conjunction with the Brookdale Healthcare Services (BHS) mission and cornerstones. - Facilitates consistent service delivery of the BHS continuum including the highest quality care for the resident and family. - Participates in resident need identification processes including, but not limited to, Collaborative Care, and is accountable for completing the referral process including communication to the resident, family, staff, and other professionals as appropriate. - Provides follow-up on resident hospitalizations and makes contact with residents returning from the hospital within 24 hours - Participates in regular meetings with Executive Directors and Area Managers to review customer experience, quality of care delivery, and program growth. - Serves as an educational resource to the community regarding healthcare services. Coordinates available resources for staff and families. Markets BHS to any appropriate audience. - Develops effective rapport with physicians, community associates, discharge planners, and other referral sources and regularly visits them. - Participates in external marketing, as appropriate, including building relationships with referral sources, conducting physician visits, supporting marketing functions sponsored by the communities, engaging in community networking, and meeting with discharge planners as needed. - Participates in community BHS program development. In cooperation with other BHS leaders, assesses the needs of the community and develops a Network Action Plan (NAP) with quarterly goals. - Develops and delivers health educational services. - Runs all necessary reports to operate the business. Demonstrates the ability to analyze the data, think critically through problems, and solve identified issues to achieve the business objectives. - Leads new initiatives and is responsible for the successful implementation of programs. Takes responsibility for learning and managing new programs or initiatives within assigned area.   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Plans, organizes, develops, and directs the social service programs to ensure that the medical-related emotional and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis. - Assesses and identifies medical-related social and emotional needs of the residents. Develops and implements social care plans with the involvement of the resident, his/her family, physician, and other nursing care staff. - Consults with physicians and healthcare team members in dealing with psychosocial factors relating to residents' illnesses, treatments, and discharge plans. - Provides discharge planning, including referrals to community and family social services. - Assists residents with financial and legal matters; provides or arranges for counseling. Assists residents with how to make decisions about their health. - Directly supervises staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; completing performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. - Possesses knowledge of federal and state regulations, including Medicare/Medicaid, to arrange for needed services not covered by state regulations. - Assists with the resident admission process. - Orients and trains employees on social services policies and procedures to ensure understanding and support. - Monitors supply and equipment needs and budget. - Implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. - Develops and maintains community liaison activities. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Attention to detail and accuracy are the hallmarks of a Medication Aide. If this describes you, then a career with Brookdale Senior Living could be the right job for you. As a Medication Aide, you will provide direct care to our senior residents that follows a personalized medication and treatment service plan.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Provides marketing support services to the sales staff to ensure the timely administration of sales and marketing efforts. - Maintains and/or improves upon the occupancy level of the community in accordance with marketing and business plans. Utilizes sales processes, systems, and forms for sales to perform job duties, track information, compile data and reports, and achieve desired community occupancy goals. - Assists in the sales process by helping prospective residents, their family members, and/or advisors in the decision-making process by understanding their needs and educating them about how services and programs can meet their needs. Responds promptly to every telephone call or in-person inquiry from all referral sources, prospective residents, and families. Provides appropriate community and company information to anyone who inquires. Completes weekly follow-up calls, letters, and tours as defined by the community marketing plan and as directed by the SMD (Sales & Marketing Director). - Coordinates and completes all activities needed for the sale and converts deposits to move-ins, including, but not limited to, visiting the prospect’s home, health care providers, or other locations and ensuring that the required forms are completed by the prospect, his/her physician and family prior to move in. - Communicates daily with SMD and other key associates regarding the status of all prospective move-ins. Utilizes the “Resident Move-In Status Log” to record pre-residency steps and to facilitate communication. - Coordinates the move-in process for new residents in an efficient and welcoming manner, as needed. Ensures paperwork completion, residence preparation, mover scheduling, community support and resident orientation. - Provides administrative support for the Marketing Department. - Represents the community and increases awareness through participation in outside events, professional groups, and community involvement as directed by the SMD. Uses relevant community knowledge and research to assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing monthly prospect and/or referral source activities and events as specified by the community marketing plan and SMD. - May answer phone calls and log leads according to established protocol into the prospecting system. - Assists SMD with execution of marketing plans to achieve community occupancy goals. - Prepares data for weekly and monthly reports. Provides sales performance information to SMD. - Maintains working knowledge of the lead management system and uses to develop reports. Inputs sales and marketing activities, as directed, in a timely manner and according to systems standards. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Have a passion for helping people? At Brookdale, our Private Duty Home Care Assistants do just that. You provide assistance to clients in their daily activities while recognizing each individuals needs and encouraging their progress to independence. You become a friend and a helper to our senior clients.

Provides coordinated skilled nursing care to patients of all age groups, on an intermittent basis in the home. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility in collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to establish and achieve patient goals and maintain high quality patient care. Performs in accordance with physician’s orders and under the supervision of the Director, Clinical Services. - Assesses home health patients identifying physical, psychosocial and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, case conferences, team reports, call-in logs and on-site evaluations. - Completes OASIS, assessment and visit paperwork according to agency policy. Assures clinical notes accurately indicate continuing communication and coordination of services with the physician, other interdisciplinary team members and patient/family/caregiver. - Communicates significant findings, problems and changes to Director, Clinical Services and physician, and documents all findings, communications, and appropriate interventions. - Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in identifying, reporting and documenting problems, adverse reactions or possible complications related to patient care. Recognizes and reports life threatening situations and responds appropriately. Recommends and incorporates other disciplines in the care of the patient, as needed, and under the direction of the referring physician. - Participates in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care (POC) to ensure quality and continuity of care and appropriate discharge planning. Establishes Plan of Care in coordination with the physician, patient, family and interdisciplinary team members. Incorporates long and short term goals established in the Plan of Care into nursing care, as evidenced by documentation in visit notes. - Supervises and provides clinical direction to home health aides and LPNs/LVNs to ensure quality and continuity of services provided. - Participates in interdisciplinary patient care conferences and Agency Performance Improvement processes. - Receives referrals from physicians, hospitals, clinics, patients, families and other agencies when needed and notifies agency personnel on a timely basis. - Assures the continuity of patient care and coordination of services through delivery of quality patient care. Performs in a manner that is consistent with current standards of practice and with the Agency’s policies and procedures. Follows all infection control and universal precautions guidelines/standards per agency policy. - Responsible for participating in on-call rotation and emergency call according to agency policy. - Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency. Strives to continually improve nursing knowledge base through individual research, reading, attendance at workshops/professional conferences and professional organizations. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Provides Physical Therapy services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation. Functions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and adheres to applicable principles and practices of physical therapy, Brookdale Healthcare Services policies and procedures and state regulations. - Under the direction of the registered and/or licensed physical therapist, optimizes the physical abilities and skills of patients by assisting in the performance of the following activities: assisting in the screening of patients; implementing treatment for assigned patients; delivering treatment to achieve identified objectives according to the established treatment plan; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate. - Assists in the selection of Physical Therapy techniques/media and in the sequence of activities, adapts techniques/media as indicated by patient performance and following consultation with the Physical Therapist. No major modification to the treatment plan is made without prior consultation with the Physical Therapist. - Assists in establishing and modifying individual patient schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members. Supports the Physical Therapist in identifying a problem list, long-term goals, short-term goals and a treatment plan. - Monitors patient’s response to intervention and consults with Physical Therapist if modification is indicated. Adheres to department and patient schedules and modifies as appropriate for treatment regime. Adapts treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to meet the individual needs of the patient. - Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above. - Participates in patient, family and staff education. Confers formally and informally with other team members in coordinating the total rehabilitation program of the patient. - Attends in-service training and facility meetings as required and provides education to the members of the patient care team and to members of the community. - Submits billing, payroll and expense documentation in an accurate and timely manner. Assists in the collection of statistics as directed. - Complies with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. Assists with and participates in Continuous Quality Improvement Program as required. Adheres to established confidentiality standards as required by Brookdale Healthcare Services concerning community and patient information. - Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up of the patient therapy programs. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Have a passion for working with seniors? Whether you are a seasoned driver or you simply have a heart for helping people, Brookdale’s Driver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted friends and companions who bring a passion for helping others. Our drivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Provides coordinated skilled nursing care to patients of all age groups, on an intermittent basis in the home. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility in collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to establish and achieve patient goals and maintain high quality patient care. Performs in accordance with physician’s orders and under the supervision of the Director, Clinical Services. - Assesses home health patients identifying physical, psychosocial and environmental needs as evidenced by documentation, clinical records, case conferences, team reports, call-in logs and on-site evaluations. - Completes OASIS, assessment and visit paperwork according to agency policy. Assures clinical notes accurately indicate continuing communication and coordination of services with the physician, other interdisciplinary team members and patient/family/caregiver. - Communicates significant findings, problems and changes to Director, Clinical Services and physician, and documents all findings, communications, and appropriate interventions. - Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in identifying, reporting and documenting problems, adverse reactions or possible complications related to patient care. Recognizes and reports life threatening situations and responds appropriately. Recommends and incorporates other disciplines in the care of the patient, as needed, and under the direction of the referring physician. - Participates in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care (POC) to ensure quality and continuity of care and appropriate discharge planning. Establishes Plan of Care in coordination with the physician, patient, family and interdisciplinary team members. Incorporates long and short term goals established in the Plan of Care into nursing care, as evidenced by documentation in visit notes. - Supervises and provides clinical direction to home health aides and LPNs/LVNs to ensure quality and continuity of services provided. - Participates in interdisciplinary patient care conferences and Agency Performance Improvement processes. - Receives referrals from physicians, hospitals, clinics, patients, families and other agencies when needed and notifies agency personnel on a timely basis. - Assures the continuity of patient care and coordination of services through delivery of quality patient care. Performs in a manner that is consistent with current standards of practice and with the Agency’s policies and procedures. Follows all infection control and universal precautions guidelines/standards per agency policy. - Responsible for participating in on-call rotation and emergency call according to agency policy. - Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency. Strives to continually improve nursing knowledge base through individual research, reading, attendance at workshops/professional conferences and professional organizations. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Do you have a heart for people and enjoy serving the senior community? If so, become a Brookdale LPN Wellness Nurse. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Here at our assisted living communities, our Wellness Nurses share and receive smiles by providing personalized health care.  

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Providing care to residents of our Senior Living Community is a rewarding experience both on a professional and personal level. Unlike clinics and hospitals, you will care for the same individuals each day becoming part of their extended community family. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and as a Registered Nurse, you are that person, bringing a smile to their face each time, they see you.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Provides general guidance and interpretation to associates and managers on company human resources policies, procedures and practices. Responsible for the direct management and supervision of the Business Office at the Agency. Coordinates and oversees all human resources, scheduling, payroll, billing, and operational processes within the business the department. Monitors efficiency levels within the business unit and financial resource utilization.   - Oversees the day-to-day operations of the business office, including staffing coverage and management. - Manages recruitment activities for assigned community(s), including sourcing, interviewing, hiring and orienting new employees. - Advises management regarding hiring decisions, equal employment opportunity, employee relations, compensation, benefits, OSHA and health/safety issues. - Provides interpretation and guidance to management and associates on HR policies, procedures, practices and related documentation. - Maintains employee relations records and prepares statistical reports concerning staffing and employee relations. - Serves as primary contact with payroll in investigating and resolving pay issues and in interpreting corporate payroll policies. - Organizes office operations and procedures such as typing, flow of correspondence, filing, and other operational duties. Evaluates office production, revises procedures, and devises new forms to improve efficiency of workflow. - Processes orders for all necessary equipment and supplies. Orders within budgetary guidelines and maintains inventory control. - Promotes personal and professional growth of staff and conducts performance reviews. Places ads, interviews and makes hiring decisions with the Care Coordination Manager regarding open positions. Works with human resources on disciplinary situations and meets with associates to discuss issues and concerns. - Reviews weekly payroll reports and addresses associate payroll concerns. Works with Corporate Payroll to resolve issues. - Completes or assists with special projects as requested by agency or senior management. - Maintains associate personnel files per Brookdale standards and state regulations. Completes staff training and orientation, as needed. - Conducts and receives calls from prospective clients and/or their families. - Reviews and submits invoices to accounts payable for administration. - Monitors billing errors and long-distance coverage problems of telephone systems. Contacts provider to resolve issues. - Oversees mailroom activities. - Reports all accidents, incidents or complaints to supervisor immediately. - Covers cases in the event that care associates cannot be secured to provide service to client(s).   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

 Have a passion for helping people? Brookdale will offer you the opportunity to care for the same individuals each day becoming part of their extended community family. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and as a Licensed Practical Nurse, you are that person bringing a smile to their face each time they see you.

As a Brookdale housekeeper, you will keep all community public spaces, activity and dining rooms, and resident apartments clean. This important role ensures our communities are presented in a positive manner, and help make it a great place to live. Housekeepers interact with residents and guests in a friendly and courteous manner, and provide help, as needed, throughout the community. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Have a passion for working with seniors? If you are starting your career in healthcare, and you have a heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s Program Assistant job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted friends and companions who bring a passion for helping others. Our program assistants share warm smiles while helping seniors with dementia enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Responsible for leading the reception area and serving the needs of residents, visitors, and staff by offering information and assistance in a friendly, efficient, and courteous manner. - Serves as the lead for the reception area. Greets all visitors entering facility in a courteous, warm and professional manner. May provide drinks and other comfort amenities as deemed appropriate while waiting. Ensures that guests sign guest sheets and locates correct resident or party to escort visitors, answer questions, etc. Notifies residents of visitors and obtains directions regarding their desires on receiving guests and handles them accordingly. - Promotes positive image of community and serves as ambassador of community to visitors. May answer general questions regarding community to potential residents and inquiring families. Provides informational brochures and packets as requested. Ensures proper referrals to marketing staff. - Receives incoming phone calls and directs to proper residents and staff. Maintains and updates log of emergency phone numbers. Also maintains contact information for residents and staff. - Receives all mail for community and residents; sorts and delivers appropriately to mail locations. Collects outgoing packages and mail; ensures their proper handling, charging and collection by postal and shipping companies. Delivers newspapers, waters plants, straightens office and lobby, and prepares refreshments. - May check visitors into guest suites and ensures that questions are answered and access is granted. - May call for transportation as requested by residents. Maintains logs on resident check in lights and visual check in. Alerts staff when residents may not appear as expected. - May routinely perform basic typing, filing and clerical work as requested. Maintains community resident rosters and other community information as requested. May update birthday lists and complete card mailings. - Responds appropriate to resident emergencies by calling or contacting appropriate internal and external parties according to established protocol. May also assist with disaster management efforts and activities during evacuations, (i.e. hurricanes, etc.) - May assist Executive Director in community admissions and discharges. - May takes prospective residents and/or their families on tours of the community when marketing and administrative personnel are not available. This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Provides direct supervision of care giving within the community. Ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity recognizing individual needs and encouraging independence. Fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community.   - Provides direct supervision of resident care staff, which includes monitoring job performance, conducting associate performance evaluations, coaching and counseling associates and conducting and documenting corrective action as needed. - Coordinates training and education of resident care staff on an ongoing basis. - Verifies all associate hours on time cards and weekly hour’s report. Completes nursing schedules to assure proper coverage to meet resident needs and according to budget. - Assigns weekly blood pressures and weights to rotating shifts. - Monitors staff in administration of medication, to include frequents audits of medication sheets. - Assists the Health and Wellness Director in medication management, including administration of medications to residents, ordering medication from pharmacy and maintaining records as dictated in Brookdale Senior Living policies and procedures manual. Assures that medications are properly stored, medication carts/cupboards are cleaned and medication room is organized according to standards. - Observes residents health status, takes actions to address concerns within scope of practice, and reports all significant changes, reactions to medications and treatment or significant incidences to Health and Wellness Director in a timely manner. Reviews capabilities of resident who self-administer medications on a regular basis (refer to state regulations regarding medication assistance and documentation). - Conducts pre-admission screening of prospective new residents when assigned by supervisor and updates every six months or as needed. Assures that all required documentation, including service plans and nursing assessments, is completed. - Performs ongoing assessments of resident physical and psycho-social needs and coordinates with nurse to assure quality proactive care as allowed by state regulation. - Communicates to families regarding resident's personal needs and achievements. Reminds families of need for scheduled physician, dental, or eye appointments. - Assists in organizing and developing service plan reviews as required, with appropriate resident care team members and resident families. - Observes residents, records significant reactions, and notifies Executive Director, Health and Wellness Director, physician, and pharmacist (as applicable) of resident's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. - Responds promptly to all emergency calls from residents, including residents residing in independent section of community. - Performs daily, weekly and monthly safety and infection control checks of the home and grounds, assisting the Executive Director and the Health and Wellness Director for resident health and safety purposes. - Coordinates monthly staff schedules, arranges replacement staffing when necessary and maintains clear records of all changes, requests and irregularities. - Assures in-house ancillary medical services such as podiatrist, doctor visits, psych visits, labs, x-ray, ambulance, etc. are scheduled and followed through. - Participates in the maintenance of resident records including review of documentation performed by resident assistants, monthly MAR reviews, setting up new resident and thinning records appropriately. - Participates in department quality improvement activities, to include completion of quality assurance surveys as assigned by Executive Director and/or the Health and Wellness Director. - Shares on call duties as required. - Participates in community functions including family socials and open houses. Communicates with community professionals.   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Assists the chef with overseeing the day to day operation of the kitchen and maintaining the highest quality food products and service.   - Prepares and coordinates daily dinners from standardized recipes. - Oversees breakfast and lunch for quality assurance meal presentation and portion control. - Keeps stock rooms, coolers and freezers clean and rotated. All food must be labeled, dated and stored properly. - Coordinates prep for following day’s menu. - Maintains kitchen cleanliness and food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements. - Assists with food and supply inventory control systems, informs Food Service Director of all production needs. - Keeps waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques. Employs appropriate loss prevention procedures. - Performs a pre-meal meeting with food servers to review details of daily menu. - Ensures all kitchen equipment is in working order and kept clean at all times. - Oversees the proper inventory, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals. - Assists in menu and recipe development. - Assists with banquets and food displays. - Assists in the scheduling of cooks and utility workers to maintain compliance with budgetary guidelines. - Assists in the adherence to maintaining budget compliance for daily food cost.   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Responsible for maintaining high quality standards of kitchen operation, including assisting with all food preparation and plating of food.   - Prepares meals from standardized recipes in accordance with the menu and ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods in a safe and sanitary manner. - Assumes responsibility for total kitchen operations and handles all situations in the kitchen according to policy. Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost. - Sets up food service line and workstations with needed condiments and ensures all required condiments and garnishes are prepared and served with appropriate foods. - Assists in coordinating prep for the following day’s menu. - Assists in training new kitchen employees. - Assists in ordering food and kitchen supplies. - Assists in creating menus. - Assists in execution of special events and functions. - Fills in for the Sous Chef when absent and may be required to supervise other staff positions. - Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room. - Keeps stock rooms, coolers, and freezers clean. Ensures that food supplies are rotated and all perishables are labeled, dated and stored properly. - Maintains kitchen cleanliness and proper food preparation according to state and local health department code requirements and departmental procedures. - Keeps food waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques.   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Attention to detail and accuracy are the hallmarks of a Medication Aide. If this describes you, then a career with Brookdale Senior Living could be the right job for you. As a Medication Aide, you will provide direct care to our senior residents that follows a personalized medication and treatment service plan.

Attention to detail and accuracy are the hallmarks of a Medication Aide. If this describes you, then a career with Brookdale Senior Living could be the right job for you. As a Medication Aide, you will provide direct care to our senior residents that follows a personalized medication and treatment service plan.

Have a passion for food and serving seniors? Then being a cook at Brookdale is for you! As a cook, you will nourish our residents’ bodies and spirits with homestyle meals, just like family. Here you will have work-life balance with defined schedules and menus and be a valued member of the team. You are not just cooking, you are enriching lives. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Start your culinary career as a dining room server at Brookdale! Unlike the hustle and bustle of standard restaurants, our waiters and waitresses deliver meals to seniors and guests on a defined schedule while providing high quality, first-class customer service. At Brookdale, our servers enrich residents’ lives every day with a great dining experience. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Responsible for providing quality dining experiences by overseeing dining room staff and maintaining a pleasant and clean dining environment.   - Manages daily operations of dining room, room service, and convenience store, if applicable. - Assigns wait staff to designated sections and all staff to appropriate side work. Inspects work to ensure proper completion. - Ensures room service orders are delivered timely and properly. - Ensures smooth and timely opening and closing of the dining room. - Ensures an adequate number of service employees for each shift and ensures absences are covered. - Oversees resident billing of food services charges. - Assists in producing weekly schedules with budgetary guidelines for service staff. - Leads the training of all new dining room associates and conducts required on-going training sessions. - Provides supervision for special events. - May assist service staff during mealtime as needed. - May assist in greeting and seating residents and guests. - In consultation with the Dining Services Director, hires, trains, disciplines and terminates departmental associates in accordance with company policies. - Maintains the resident request logbook and forwards these requests to the Chef and/or Food Service Director.   This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Have a passion for helping people? Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned caregiver, such as an RN or CNA, or you simply have the heart for helping people, then Brookdale’s caregiver job is for you. Our seniors are looking for trusted companions and friends who bring a passion for helping others. Our caregivers share warm smiles while helping seniors enjoy their daily routines and live life to the fullest. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

Are you outgoing and someone who loves interacting with people on a daily basis? Then Brookdale’s Receptionist job is for you! Our Receptionists greet visitors, answer phones, and are the face and voice of our communities. In this role, you will answer questions and help our senior residents and guests in a professional, pleasant and courteous manner. Become part of our family, grow your skills and career, and have the satisfaction of helping make seniors’ lives brighter every day.

 Have a passion for helping people? Brookdale will offer you the opportunity to care for the same individuals each day becoming part of their extended community family. Our senior residents are looking for trusted companions and as a Licensed Practical Nurse, you are that person bringing a smile to their face each time they see you.