Assistant Administrator

West Branch Geriatric Village Inc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, and Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks program access

Growth and Advancement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Villa Healthcare in Detroit area seeks an Assistant Administrator to support the Administrator with daily operations, budgeting, census management, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Strong communication and leadership in a skilled nursing setting are essential.

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator credentials are required; a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is preferred. This full-time on-site role offers growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in the state where the facility is located.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience as a leader in a Skilled Nursing Facility required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Administrator with day-to-day operations and budgets.
• Develop facility annual budget and manage operations to meet goals.
• Oversee census development, accounts receivable, and NOI maximization.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and facility policies.
• Participate in staff training and orientation of new personnel.
• Assist in interviews for key positions and coaching when needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Analytical thinking

Process improvement

English literacy

MS Office

Education

Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (state)

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Access

MS Excel

E-mail

Outlook

Internet Explorer

Job description

Ambassador, A Villa Center is seeking an Assistant Administrator to join their team! The Assistant Administrator assists the Administrator of the facility with overall facility management, profitability, patient care and business decisions in all aspects related to operations. This position requires excellent skills in time and stress management, must be calm, patient and of professional demeanor and have a deep understanding of both the clinical and business aspect of running a long-term care nursing facility and a desire to learn.

Assistant Administrator Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists the Administrator with managing the day-to-day operations of the facility and keeps the organization on track for its long-term goals and assigned budgets.
• Assists in development of facility annual budget, managing the day-to-day operations of the facility, and keeping the organization on track for its long-term goals and assigned budgets.
• Assists with census development, management of accounts receivable and collections, maximization of Net Operating Income, resident/patient care, state and federal survey compliance, positive employee relations, low employee turnover, a positive return on investment, an effective business plan and implementation of core programs.
• Completes rounds of entire facility premises at least daily to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ensures facility operates in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assists with the placement of prospective residents to ensure that residents’ physical, mental and psychosocial needs are met by the facility and who meet the financial requirements.
• May participate in the interview and selection process for key positions.
• Participates in training programs and assists in orientation of new staff.
• May receive and handle employee complaints, involving the HR designee and Administrator.
• Enforces facility policies and issues Coaching and Corrective Action as needed.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Assistant AdministratorSkills and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and team development skills.
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm under stress.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to understand process development and improvement.
• Be able to effectively communicate with a diverse range of audiences and settings: properly handle emotional situations, manage resources to accomplish resident care objectives, assess operational, staffing, and fiscal needs, analyze complex written documents, and work long and irregular hours.
• Possess excellent management skills including the delegation of responsibility to subordinates.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Demonstrate basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications. Microsoft Office Suite: MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel, E-mail, Outlook, Internet Explorer.

Assistant Administrator Education and Experience:

• Licensed Nursing Home Administrator by the state in which the facility is located.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience as a leader in a Skilled Nursing Facility required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
• Must be available up to 24 hours a day for on-call/emergencies support.
• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Villa Healthcare Benefits:

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Villa Perks, an Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

* The above company benefits apply to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week. Eligibility for specific benefits may vary depending on employment status and location.

Why Villa?

At Villa, we believe great care begins with how we treat our people. When our team members feel supported, respected, and empowered, better outcomes follow for residents and their families.

Whether you're at the bedside or behind the scenes, your work matters here because every role contributes to someone’s comfort, dignity, and healing. When you join Villa, you are not just building a career. You are becoming part of a team united by purpose.

We support our team members through mentorship, professional development, and a culture built on collaboration, trust, and growth, so you can continue to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Villa Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing both short- and long-term skilled nursing care. We are committed to personalized, integrated care that considers the total well-being of every guest and their family members and goes beyond simply meeting expectations. This commitment is reflected in our empathetic and respectful culture, where we honor individual preferences and needs so each guest can feel at home while working toward optimal health outcomes.

At Villa, we believe in making people better, and our B.E.T.T.E.R. Service Excellence Code of Conduct guides how we show up every day. As a member of the Villa team, employees are expected to uphold these standards by Being welcoming to all, Establishing meaningful relationships, demonstrating Trust and respect, supporting Teamwork, Engaging and communicating openly, and Recognizing one another’s contributions.

Villa Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.