Resident Services Director

Brookdale; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Adoption benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Early access to earned wages

Job summary

Brookdale Fort Myers is seeking a dedicated professional to support residents in maintaining independence and coordinating care across health, social, and emotional needs. The role may include supervising other staff and ensuring high-quality resident services.

You will collaborate with leadership to hire and train department associates, oversee resident programs, monitor budgets, and liaise with health care providers and families to ensure smooth operations and exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university and a minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in identifying appropriate resources to maintain independence and satisfaction, coordinating support services.
• Supervise other staff positions as needed.
• Hire, train, discipline and terminate departmental associates in accordance with policies.
• Develop, oversee, market and coordinate community resident services programs.
• Monitor budget and ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Communicate regularly with health care providers and residents’ families.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate care as required.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Stress management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, legal plan, ID theft protection and pet insurance

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are eligible for an annual bonus incentive and sales referral bonuses. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Assists residents in identifying appropriate resources in order to maintain their highest level of independence and satisfaction to include problem solving for health, social, and emotional needs and coordinating support services. May be required to supervise other staff positions.

• In consultation with the Executive Director, hires, trains, disciplines and terminates departmental associates in accordance with company policies.
• Develops, oversees, markets and coordinates community resident services programs.
• Implements orientation programs for new associates.
• Monitors and oversees any outside care providers working at the community.
• Assesses prospective residents for appropriateness of residency.
• Coordinates new resident orientation processes to ensure a smooth transition and appropriate socialization activities.
• Conducts family conferences to determine the amount of support services required to meet the resident’s needs.
• Responds to emergencies, assesses situation, and alerts medical help when necessary.
• Addresses and follows up on all resident concerns, incidents, and accident reports in a timely manner.
• Contacts family members during times of emergency and other concern issues.
• Communicates on a regular basis with health care providers to monitor and assess health conditions, safety issues, and the needs of all residents.
• Communicates with other staff members concerning resident changes and building operation issues.
• Prepares and monitors compliance with annual budget.
• Develops and maintains a positive image with local community. May attend social and civic affairs.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university; and a minimum of one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications, Licenses, And Other Special Requirements

None

Management/Decision Making

Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

Knowledge And Skills

Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Effective oral and written communication skills. Must have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations, to be flexible, to work well with many interruptions and have skill in multi-tasking.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift: up to 50 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
• Exposure to latex
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
• Requires Travel: Occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

About Us

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.