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Admissions Manager at Rainbow Acres

Rainbow Acres, a Christian community with heart, empowers persons with developmental disabilities to live to their fullest potential with dignity and purpose.

The Admissions Manager will be a seasoned professional with experience in admissions in the healthcare industry or working with adults with disabilities. The successful candidate will guide families of neurodiverse adults in a very important life season. Successful guidance brings residents to realize their potential and fulfill the mission of Rainbow Acres.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive admissions strategy and goals in collaboration with the CAO, refining processes and aligning efforts with census targets and industry standards.
• Manage the full admissions workflow, including tours, application distribution and support, file creation, team review, interviews, admissions decisions, and coordination of official admission dates.
• Lead communication and coordination across all departments regarding new admissions, ensuring clarity, timely updates, and a well-executed, personalized admissions day experience for each resident and family.
• Cultivate and expand referral networks, maintaining ongoing relationships with educational consultants, similar programs, community agencies, and new potential sources; participate in trade shows and develop travel/strategy proposals.
• Oversee reporting and data management, using CRM tools to track contacts and referrals; participate in weekly meetings and submit required weekly and periodic reports.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Advancement and other departments on marketing materials, census-driving strategies, continuing education, and cross-training efforts, while maintaining national relationships with similar communities for mutual referral support.

Additional Information:

• This is a safety-sensitive position, requiring a high level of responsibility and awareness.

Qualifications:

• Developmental disability experience is vital to lead inquiries and complex choices.
• A minimum of 3 years of previous experience in long term care or similar field, preferably in admissions and/or marketing, along with a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent combination.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Proven ability to build long term relationships with multiple and varied people and organizations. Superior community relations skills, strong organizational skills, basic understanding of computer technology including email use, ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form, ability to work flexible hours and travel as admissions responsibilities dictate.
• Ability to effectively analyze and use data to drive achievement of goals.
• Ability to meet all clearance requirements, including: Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, background check, pre-employment physical, drug screening, reference check, verification of absence from the Arizona Adult Protective Services Registry.
• Evidence of strong Christian commitment, and strong ethical standards and moral character is essential along with a sensitivity to the needs of the residents and their families.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference

Along with competitive wages, we offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. By joining our team, you'll be part of a supportive and purpose-driven environment where your work truly matters. Working for Rainbow Acres is more than just a job it's one of the most fulfilling and rewarding careers you can pursue.