Assisted Living Director

Healthcare Partners; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Healthcare Partners in Iowa is seeking an Assisted Living Director to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality, resident-centered care within our assisted living community. You will oversee resident services, staff leadership, regulatory compliance, and operational performance in collaboration with residents, families, caregivers, and facility leadership.

The role emphasizes safeguarding residents, maintaining survey readiness, and driving a positive, compassionate culture while managing

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in assisted living or related setting.
• Strong knowledge of resident-centered care for older adults.
• Knowledge of assisted living regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience leading, mentoring, and supporting employees.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and electronic documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the assisted living community.
• Ensure residents receive high-quality, compassionate, and person-centered care.
• Lead, mentor, and support caregiving and assisted living staff.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, scheduling, and staff development.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained to meet resident needs.
• Monitor resident care and services to ensure quality standards are met.
• Communicate and build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, healthcare providers, and community partners.
• Address resident and family concerns professionally and promptly.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies.
• Maintain survey readiness and support regulatory inspections and audits.
• Participate in care planning and collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor safety, cleanliness, and environment of the community.
• Support infection prevention and resident safety initiatives.
• Assist with managing budgets, supplies, staffing, and resources.
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork and exceptional service.

Skills

Leadership experience

Resident-centered care

Regulatory knowledge

Staff mentoring

Communication

Electronic documentation

Job description

We are actively hiring an Assisted Living Director to lead daily operations and promote high-quality, resident-centered care within our assisted living community. The Assisted Living Director plays a critical role in overseeing resident services, staff leadership, regulatory compliance, and operational performance. As an Assisted Living Director, you will work closely with residents, families, caregivers, and facility leadership to ensure a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for every resident.

What We Offer

Compensation:

Competitive pay based on experience

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule and Employment Type

• Full-Time Days

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the assisted living community
• Ensure residents receive high-quality, compassionate, and person-centered care
• Lead, mentor, and support caregiving and assisted living staff
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, scheduling, and staff development
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained to meet resident needs
• Monitor resident care and services to ensure quality standards are consistently met
• Communicate and build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, healthcare providers, and community partners
• Address resident and family concerns in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies
• Maintain survey readiness and support regulatory inspections and audits
• Participate in care planning and collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams regarding resident needs
• Monitor the safety, cleanliness, and overall environment of the assisted living community
• Support infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and resident safety initiatives
• Assist with managing departmental budgets, supplies, staffing, and operational resources
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, compassion, and exceptional resident service
• Participate in community outreach and occupancy initiatives as needed
• Perform other administrative and operational duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or management experience in assisted living, senior living, long-term care, healthcare, or a related setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of resident-centered care and services for older adults
• Knowledge of assisted living regulations and compliance requirements preferred
• Experience leading, mentoring, and supporting employees
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, employees, and community partners
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with computer systems and electronic documentation
• Compassionate, professional, dependable, and committed to providing exceptional service to residents