Opportunity Description
Do you have a passion for caring for older adults? If so you have found the right place to continue your career! Join our compassionate and dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our members. Health Plans serves over 16,000 frail and disabled individuals who choose to live in their homes and live independently for as long as possible. As a Director of Education you will be responsible for overseeing the accuracy and timeliness of MLTC eligibility assessment data; overseeing reviewers of assessments (UAS). Develop and educate processes for the clinical teams in adherence to regulatory requirements and clinical standards of practice.
Position is ONSITE - Northern Bronx, NY - Free Assigned Parking
Company Information
Large MLTC, part of an organization with various programs for continuing of care.
Job Duties
- The role of the Director of Education at Health Plans Plans will develop, direct, deliver, evaluate, and coordinate education programs for the MLTC clinical staff.
- Will also oversee and manage the Nurse Educator Manager and Clinical Nurse Educator, including but not limited to workflow, hiring, terminating, disciplining, handling confidential correspondence, maintaining confidential employee relations information, and completing performance evaluations.
- Direct the preparation, scheduling, and selection of instructional material, equipment, and training aids to ensure effective in-service programs are provided for staff.
Experience & Skills Required
- Bachelor s in Nursing degree required; Master's degree preferred.
- Current New York State Registered Nurse License required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an Acute Care setting preferred.
- Three (3) years of teaching experience in a classroom or clinical setting, with experience in staff development or adult instruction required.
- Knowledge of Department of Health and Managed Long Term Care standards for home care is required.
- Knowledge of the Health Commerce system and UAS-NY is required.
- Three (3) years of supervisory experience required.
- MS Office is required.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Certifications
Bachelor s in Nursing degree required; Master degree preferred. Current New York State Registered Nurse License required.
Benefits
HEALTH & INSURANCE BENEFITS*
- Medical and Prescription Drug
- Company-Paid Dental
- Company-Paid Vision
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
- Company-Paid Long-Term Disability
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Additional Life Insurance options for the employee and family members
- Additional Disability options
- 403(b) Plan, with a generous employer contribution
TIME OFF BENEFITS*
- Holidays
- Personal Days
- Sick Days
- Vacation
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS*
- Bereavement Days
- Cell Phone Discount Plan
- Commuter Plan
- Jury Duty Days
- Marriage Days
- Pet Insurance Discount Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Years of Service Awards