Director of Resident Risk/Corporate Counsel

Watermark Retirement Communities has been a leader in the senior housing industry for over 30 years, and our commitment to our associates and a strong, positive culture is a significant driver of this success. When you walk through the front door of one of our communities, you will feel something special; an atmosphere of personal, authentic human connection. We call it making Ripples. We invite you to be a part of a team where you are encouraged each day to slow down, see the value in every person, create Ripples, and share stories that celebrate life and the human connection. We are proud of the talented and nurturing associates that have chosen to work for Watermark, and we value each and every one. Join us in creating culture one story at a time

Job Description: The Director of Resident Risk position is a member of the Legal Department and is responsible for representing the organization on a variety of legal matters as assigned. This position will provide meaningful contributions to the Risk Management team as well providing legal counsel to operations and field leadership on a variety of legal concerns.

Responsibilities: 

• Provides research, analysis, counsel and guidance on a variety of legal issues and acts as a primary point of contact for operational legal support to field operations. Assists with plans of correction, interpretation of company policies and state regulations, and guidance to field operations when reportable events occur. 
• Manages the discharge process for communities through drafting of discharge letters, negotiating settlements and working with local counsel on evictions.
• Researches and analyzes regulations and communicates the potential impact of regulatory changes to company stakeholders. 
• Reviews and revises policies as appropriate, including collaborating with other departments.
• Collaborates with public relations and marketing teams on communications and talking points.
• Negotiates settlements with third parties, including residents and/or families.
• Assists in the defense of claims and litigation engaging in the discovery process, manages outside counsel and works closely with internal and external clients to resolve community legal issues.
• Manages insurance claims reporting process.
• Reviews, submits and approves billing for litigation matters.
• Prepares litigation reports for strategic partners.
• Reviews medical record requests and prepares records for release.
• Identifies areas of risk for the company and advises Risk Management team and other stakeholders as well as providing company updates on risk management initiatives.

Qualifications: 

• Four + years of related, demonstrated experience including personal injury, medical malpractice or insurance defense experience with preference for experience within long-term care/senior living.
• Juris Doctorate Degree. 
• State licensure in good standing. 
• Remote.

Job Requirements 
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• Competitive Wages Excellent Benefits! 
• Easy Shift Scheduling with Mobile App!
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay
• 401k Program!
• Associate Discounts
• Education and Training Programs Available

What you can expect from us: 

• Great benefits
• Excellent national and regional support
• Great opportunity to grow with a growing senior housing company
• An extraordinary company culture

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/LGBTQ/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at Watermark or its affiliates viaemail, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Watermark as a result of the referral or through other means.