Director of Staff Development (DSD)

We are excited to be on the search for our next DSD at The Canyons Post-Acute located in the Colton, CA area. Our SNF is widely recognized for providing safe and effective quality care at the highest degree. Our customer service is regarded as one of the best in the area.

The ideal candidate will have experience as a DSD in a SNF setting for at least one year. The DSD will have effective planning and execution skills in providing in-services and other educational requirements for our clinical team. This is a salaried position with a diverse schedule and pay ranging from $72,800-114,400/annually. 

Why Us?

• Consistent clinical support from our DSD and Infection Control consultants.
• Full Recruitment support in an effort to meet staffing needs.
• HR support who are readily available to provide any advice as needed.
• Leadership support from our Administrator and DON who are heavily involved with all aspects of staffing and compliance to foster a culture of teamwork and high quality care.

About the Position:

As the DSD, you will lead our nursing staff in providing exceptional care. You will plan, organize, develop, and direct all in-service educational programs throughout the facility in accordance with legal regulations and policies. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, evaluate, and coordinate educational and on-the-job training programs.
• Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing the in-service educational programs.
• Work with the facility’s consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.
• Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Coordinator in developing and implementing a quality assurance program for in-service training.
• Develop, direct and schedule refresher training, as necessary, for assigned staff and licensed professional personnel.
• Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of orientation programs that orient newly hired personnel to their position, the facility’s policies and procedures, resident rights and responsibilities, etc.
• Ensure that all personnel attend and participate in annual OSHA an CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard.
• Ensure that copies of lesson plans, instructor’s qualifications, etc., are filed in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• DSD Certification
• LVN or RN License active and in good standing in CA
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a DSD in a SNF/Long-Term Care facility required

Pay Range: $72,800-114,400/annually

Schedule: Salaried

Benefits:

• Healthcare Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Dental
• Vision
• Vacation & Sick Leave 
• 401(k)

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.