Senior Living Leadership AIT - On-Site Growth Path

The Gatesworth Communities; University City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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

Job summary

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 through a full-time, on-site program.

This role offers hands-on exposure to governance, clinical care, and daily operations within a skilled nursing community. As an AIT, you will work closely with a Licensed Administrator and department leaders, gaining knowledge across operations, HR, finance, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration or related field required.
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Previous experience in Senior Living or Long-Term Care preferred.
• Passion for senior care and leadership with empathy and accountability.

Responsibilities

• As an AIT, work closely with a Licensed Administrator and department leaders to learn operations.
• Shadow department heads across nursing, dining, housekeeping and more.
• Assist with scheduling, hiring, training, and staff engagement initiatives.
• Gain hands-on experience with budgets, billing, and occupancy planning.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Follow-through

Empathy

Accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Job description

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 through a full-time, on-site program.

This role offers hands-on exposure to governance, clinical care, and daily operations within a skilled nursing community. As an AIT, you will work closely with a Licensed Administrator and department leaders, gaining knowledge across operations, HR, finance, and quality standards.