Senior Living Community Administrator In Training (AIT)

McKnight Place Extended Care; University City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with Company Match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Discounted Meals

Complimentary On-Site Parking

Employee Wellness Program with Club-FI

Job summary

McKnight Place Extended Care in St. Louis, MO is seeking a motivated Administrator-in-Training (AIT) for an on-site, full-time program designed to develop leadership in senior living.

The role offers practical exposure to clinical oversight, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and staff development while you rotate through departments under an experienced Licensed Administrator. You will participate in care planning, audits, scheduling, and quality initiatives, preparing you to advance to a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration or related field.
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Experience in Senior Living or Long-Term Care required.
• Must be at least 21 years old and meet Missouri background standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and shadow licensed administrator and department leaders to learn operations.
• Assist with scheduling, staff training, and HR-related tasks.
• Participate in care planning, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Gain hands-on exposure to budgets, billing, and occupancy planning.
• Lead small operational improvement projects and develop leadership skills.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Follow-through

Empathy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration

Job description

Senior Living Community Administrator In Training (AIT)

McKnight Place Extended Care

2 McKnight Place, St. Louis, MO 63124

Skilled Nursing and Short-Term Rehabilitation Community

This is an on-site position based in St. Louis, MO. Candidates must be able to work on-site in St. Louis immediately upon hire, with no relocation period needed. We do not offer relocation assistance, and this role does not support remote or hybrid work.

McKnight Place Extended Care a premier senior living organization in St. Louis, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Administrator-in-Training (AIT) to develop leadership skills. This is a full-time temporary, on-site position offering a unique opportunity to gain experience in senior living leadership.

Our Philosophy: "The answer is yes. What was the question?"

We foster a culture of providing exceptional care and service. As an AIT, you will play a vital role in upholding this philosophy and ensuring our residents thrive. If you are passionate about serving older adults and ready to grow into a leadership role in senior living, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do:

As an AIT, you will work closely with a Licensed Administrator and department leaders, gaining comprehensive knowledge of our Skilled Nursing Community operations. Your responsibilities will evolve throughout the program, including:

Resident Care & Clinical Support:

• Supporting teams in delivering respectful, person-centered care.
• Attending care plan meetings and observing clinical compliance.

Regulations & Quality Standards:

• Learning how state and federal regulations shape operations.
• Assisting with internal audits and survey compliance.

Team Building & HR Experience:

• Shadowing department heads across nursing, dining, housekeeping, and more.
• Assisting with scheduling, hiring, training, and staff engagement initiatives.

Finance & Facility Operations:

• Gaining hands-on experience with budgets, billing, and occupancy planning.
• Understanding how Medicare and private pay systems impact operations.

Projects & Leadership Practice:

• Leading real operational improvement projects.
• Reflecting on daily learning, meeting program goals, and developing your leadership voice.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a future leader who is driven by purpose and eager to grow. The ideal candidate will possess:

• A bachelor’s degree is required (Healthcare Administration or a related field is strongly preferred).
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Previous Experience in Senior Living or Long-Term Care Required.
• A genuine passion for senior care and a desire to lead with empathy and accountability.
• The ability to meet Missouri's character and background standards, including being at least 21 years old.

Your Path to Licensure:

This role fulfills Missouri's requirement for a 1,000-hour AIT program, providing the necessary experience to sit for both the National (NAB) and Missouri State exams for licensure. Depending on your prior experience, you may be eligible for a reduced-hour program. Please visit the Missouri BNHA website for complete details.

Why Join the Team at McKnight Place Extended Care?

We offer a supportive and rewarding work environment with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(K) with Company Match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Meals
• Complimentary On-Site Parking
• Employee Wellness Program in partnership with Club Fitness