What are the responsibilities and job description for the DIRECTOR, TWO BRIDGES SENIOR HOUSING RESIDENCE position at Hamilton Madison House?
Position Summary
The Director will be responsible for directing and providing social work services, case coordination, education and recreational activities and meals at the Two Bridges Senior Housing Residence, a Section 202 with 108 units for elderly and disabled, for diverse seniors in the immediate neighborhood.
Responsibilities
Case Management
Provide the following case management services in Chinese and English languages:
- Information and referral - Maintain care plans
- Advocacy - Supportive Contact
- Benefit and entitlement assistance
- Financial planning
Be able to recognize, assess and refer for mental health issues: depression, anxiety, bereavement, psychosomatic illnesses, family issues, maladaptive behaviors, cross-cultural barriers/stress, and dementia.
Service Coordination
- Provide home visitations
- Coordinate services with health professionals as needed
- Coordinate care and services clients receive from various auspices: home health care, benefit & entitlements agencies, legal and financial service providers, etc.
Administration
- Manage fiscal operations/ budget for Helen Harris
- Maintain compliance with HUD guidelines
- Participate in trainings
- Compile and submit reports and vouchers on regular basis
- Work with management company and building staff (manager, super., security guard, etc.) on necessary issues
- Participate in regular administrative staff and senior service coordination meetings
Other Duties
- Assist/coordinate macro senior service wide events such as arts display, etc.
- Participate in regular supervision with Assistant Executive Director.
Qualifications
- Master degree preferred in one of the following fields: social work, counseling, psychology, gerontology
- Bilingual English/Cantonese and/or Mandarin required
- Three years of experience working with older adults preferred
- Sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of older adults
- Ability to handle complex and difficult situations in a professional manner. Demonstrated ability to conduct a calm and professional demeanor when dealing with the public and/or with difficult situations
- Ability to develop collaborative relationships with designated community groups
- Excellent computer skills required including experience with data management systems, willingness to learn other programs as required.
- Strong verbal and written Communication skills
- Highly organized and detail oriented; able to plan, manage and successfully complete multiple concurrent projects, frequently with short deadlines
- Must be able to work independently
- Possess a strong commitment to the mission of HMH
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00PM, 35 hours per week
Salary Range: $65,000 to $70,000 depending on qualifications and experience
We have a strong and vibrant work culture and offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid agency-wide holidays.
Hamilton-Madison House is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000
