Assisted Living Director Jobs

Explore Assisted Living Director jobs for experienced senior living professionals ready to lead communities, strengthen resident services, and guide day-to-day operations. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership roles that align with your experience and career goals.

What Does an Assisted Living Director Do?

An Assisted Living Director oversees the operations and quality of an assisted living community. Responsibilities may include supervising staff, coordinating resident care and services, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing budgets, supporting occupancy and admissions goals, and communicating with residents, families, healthcare providers, and ownership.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek leaders with senior living or healthcare operations experience, strong people-management skills, and a commitment to resident-centered service. Depending on the community and location, roles may require relevant education, state licensure or certification, familiarity with assisted living regulations, and experience with staffing, financial planning, and quality improvement.

Career Opportunities in Senior Living Leadership

Assisted Living Directors work in a variety of community settings, from standalone residences to larger senior living organizations. Their work brings together operations, team development, resident experience, and compliance. Explore related executive and community leadership opportunities to find a role suited to your background.

Find Assisted Living Director Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Assisted Living Director openings on Ladders and focus your search on professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications, then apply to opportunities that match your leadership experience.

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$80K - $95K *

Champion resident health by overseeing clinical operations and care services in an Assisted Living Community. Lead a dedicated team to ensure personalized, proactive support for residents' physical an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Drive exceptional health and wellness services in an assisted living community. Oversee clinical operations, ensure resident care, and lead a dedicated team to enhance the quality of life for resident...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $110K *

Lead the nursing team to ensure exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance. Drive quality outcomes, foster employee relations, and enhance community satisfaction while mentoring staff and mana...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K *

Lead and manage a skilled nursing facility to ensure operational excellence, foster employee engagement, and enhance community relations while prioritizing patient care and compliance standards...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence across Independent Living communities, ensuring resident satisfaction and financial performance while providing interim leadership during critical t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Lead operational excellence across Independent Living communities, ensuring continuity during transitions. Drive financial performance, enhance resident satisfaction, and support community teams while...

Philadelphia, PARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by assisting in the management and direction of nursing services, ensuring compliance with standards, collaborating with medical staff, and leading a diverse team to enhance patient c...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Shape strategic initiatives by overseeing statewide Home and Community Based Waiver programs. Collaborate across divisions ensuring compliance and alignment with agency goals while fostering relations...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $115K *

Transform resident care by overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and leading a dedicated team. Drive quality improvements and foster a supportive environment for both staff and residents i...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading a dedicated clinical unit, ensuring optimal staffing, compliance, and quality care for residents while fostering a collaborative environment for staff developm...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $115K *

Manage daily operations of a clinical unit, ensuring quality care and compliance. Lead staff, coordinate resident assessments, and oversee documentation while fostering a collaborative environment to...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $115K *

Take ownership of daily operations in a skilled nursing unit, ensuring optimal resident care, staffing compliance, and regulatory adherence while leading a dedicated team of nursing professionals...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care while supporting daily operations in rehabilitation. This role combines clinical responsibilities with leadership development, fostering a collab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $235K *

Champion a vibrant community as you lead daily operations, enhance resident experiences, and drive financial success. Your leadership will shape a welcoming environment, ensuring top-tier service and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by partnering with leadership to enhance nursing operations, mentor staff, and drive quality improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance and optimal patient care outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead nursing services, ensuring high-quality care and regulatory compliance while managing budgets and fostering collaboration with healthcare providers and families...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a vibrant assisted living community by leading operations, ensuring high occupancy, financial performance, and staff development while maintaining compliance with regulations an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Lead the daily operations of a vibrant assisted living community, ensuring high occupancy and financial performance while fostering a quality-oriented workforce and compliance with regulations. Drive...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving community sales success by building strategic relationships, generating inquiries, and exceeding revenue targets through effective marketing and exceptional cus...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading clinical operations and enhancing person-centered care across communities. Drive compliance, training, and quality outcomes while collaborating with nursing staff to ens...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $115K *

Inspire excellence in dining by leading a dynamic team across multiple restaurants. Drive operational success through strategic management, exceptional service, and a commitment to quality, fostering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $148K *

Champion community excellence by leading operations, enhancing resident care, and fostering team development. Drive financial management, compliance, and vibrant activities while ensuring a supportive...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $100K *

Lead health and wellness initiatives for the community, overseeing a team to ensure quality care, compliance with regulations, and resident satisfaction while managing daily healthcare operations effe...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $130K *

Lead exceptional resident care by building a high-performing clinical team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving community wellness initiatives to enhance the quality of life for resident...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Elevate care standards by leading operations in a skilled nursing facility, ensuring compliance with regulations, enhancing fiscal health, and fostering a supportive environment for residents and staf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Assisted Living Director do?question toggle

    An Assisted Living Director leads an assisted living community’s operations and resident services. The role may involve supervising staff, coordinating care, managing budgets, maintaining regulatory compliance, and working with residents and their families.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Assisted Living Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and state. Many positions seek senior living or healthcare leadership experience, staff-management and operations skills, and knowledge of relevant regulations. Some may require specific education, licensure, or certification.

  • How much do Assisted Living Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, experience, employer, and the scope of the position. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • Where do Assisted Living Directors work?question toggle

    They typically work in assisted living communities and senior living organizations, including standalone residences and multi-community operators.

  • How can I find Assisted Living Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Assisted Living Director openings and review listings for compensation, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.