Administrator for Assisted Living and Memory Care

Friendly Senior Living

$87K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Healthcare Administration, Public Health, etc.) is required.
  • Master's degree and/or Registered Nurse certification preferred.
  • At least 3 years of leadership experience in assisted living or senior living is necessary.
  • Proven background in staff leadership, operational oversight, and regulatory compliance.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities are essential.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant laws and quality standards in assisted living is required.
  • A valid driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all operations and programs for assisted living and memory care.
  • Ensure compliance with New York State regulations and uphold service excellence.
  • Mentor and support nursing and resident service teams.
  • Foster teamwork and strong communication across departments.
  • Drive occupancy growth and customer satisfaction in collaboration with Sales and Marketing.
  • Maintain a strong presence in the community and build relationships with residents and families.
  • Monitor and enhance operational and financial performance.

Benefits

  • Warm and resident-centered work environment.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in residents' lives.
  • Collaborative leadership within a well-established community.
  • Continuous improvement initiatives as part of operational oversight.
  • Engagement in leadership meetings and community relationships.
Full Job Description
Administrator for Assisted Living and Memory Care

Friendly Senior Living is seeking an experienced and compassionate Administrator for Assisted Living and Memory Care to provide leadership and operational oversight for Glenmere Assisted Living.

This key leadership role is responsible for ensuring excellence in resident care, customer service, regulatory compliance, team engagement, occupancy growth, and financial performance while fostering a warm, resident-centered environment where older adults are supported with dignity, purpose, choice, and independence.

The Administrator will lead daily operations for Glenmere, partner closely with residents, families, staff, department leaders, Sales and Marketing, and campus leadership, and serve as a visible and collaborative leader within the Cloverwood and Friendly Senior Living communities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for assisted living and memory care operations, programs, services, and resident experience.
  • Support quality care, service excellence, and compliance with New York State Department of Health regulations and organizational standards.
  • Lead, coach, and support Nursing Services, Case Management, Neighborhood Coordinators, and other resident service teams.
  • Partner with department leaders to promote teamwork, accountability, employee engagement, and strong communication across the campus.
  • Drive census, occupancy, resident retention, and customer satisfaction outcomes in partnership with Sales and Marketing.
  • Maintain a visible presence throughout the community and build trusted relationships with residents, families, staff, and external partners.
  • Monitor operational, quality, regulatory, and financial performance and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Represent Glenmere and Friendly Senior Living in leadership meetings, regulatory interactions, and community relationships.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration, Gerontology, Nursing, Human Services, Social Work, or a related field required.
  • Master's degree and/or Registered Nurse preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership experience in assisted living, senior living, healthcare, long-term care, or a related service environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with staff leadership, operational oversight, regulatory compliance, customer service, and quality improvement.
  • Strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
  • Knowledge of assisted living and senior living laws, regulations, practices, and quality standards.
  • Valid driver's license required.

Compensation
  • The salary range for this position is $87,500-$120,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and organizational guidelines.


Pay Range: $87,500 - $120,000 per year

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