Professional Development Program - Associate Administrator

LCS company; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits

Vacation time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability

401(K) with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

LCS is seeking candidates for its Professional Development Program - Associate Administrator in Des Moines, IA. This full-time on-site program fast-tracks you toward becoming a licensed nursing home administrator under expert supervision.

You will partner with department leaders, learn budgets and staffing, and participate in licensure preparation while building strong relationships with residents and families in a hospitable community. Competitive pay and robust benefits support your growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, gerontology, or related field (required).
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a passion for serving seniors.
• Willingness to relocate for training assignment and pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Partner with department leaders to understand daily operations in resident care, dining, maintenance, sales, and administration.
• Learn to manage budgets, staffing, and strategic initiatives supporting community excellence.
• Participate in leadership meetings, compliance audits, and state licensure preparation.
• Build relationships with residents, families, and staff to foster a culture of hospitality and service.
• Complete all required training and documentation to meet licensure standards for a nursing home administrator

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, gerontology, or related field

Job description

Professional Development Program - Associate Administrator

United States

Job Description

Make a difference while growing your career in senior living leadership.

The LCS Professional Development Program is a program that puts individuals on the fast track for success in the world of senior living. The Professional Development Program prepares individuals to become a licensed nursing home administrator at the conclusion of the training year. This is a full-time opportunity that offers on the job training in an LCS managed community under the direct supervision of an experienced preceptor/mentor.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with department leaders to understand daily operations in resident care, dining, maintenance, sales, and administration.
• Learn to manage budgets, staffing, and strategic initiatives that support community excellence.
• Participate in leadership meetings, compliance audits, and state licensure preparation.
• Build relationships with residents, families, and staff to foster a culture of hospitality and service.
• Complete all required training and documentation to meet licensure standards for a nursing home administrator

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, gerontology, or related field (required)
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with a passion for serving seniors
• Ability to collaborate, think strategically, and drive results in fast-paced environment
• Willingness to relocate for training assignment
• Commitment to completing state specific AIT program requirements and pursuing licensure

Want to learn more? Explore our Professional Development Program and discover where a career with LCS can take you.

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave.

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

Additional Information

Travel frequency: 20-25%

The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Info

• Locations 400 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309, US