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 *

Lead the development and implementation of social services programs, ensuring they meet residents' emotional and social needs while adhering to regulatory standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing future leaders in health services. This program offers licensed nurses comprehensive training and mentorship to transition into Health Services Director role...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Reimagine healthcare leadership by joining our Health Services Director in Training program. Develop your skills through hands-on training and mentorship, preparing you for a pivotal role in managing...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $85K *

Lead the charge in developing future Health Services Directors through a comprehensive training program, gaining hands-on experience and leadership skills while managing teams in a supportive environm...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $107K *

Inspire transformative change in Children's Residential Services through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to quality outcomes for children with autism and their families. J...

1 month ago

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

$93K - $115K *

Tackle comprehensive facility management responsibilities including oversight of maintenance, capital projects, and safety compliance, while leading teams to ensure optimal operations and service qual...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$96K - $120K *

Advance community care by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships with residents, families, and stakeholders to enhance operational excellence and resident experience...

Chilliwack, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Empower your career by leading nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care, and guiding a dedicated team. Utilize your expertise in nursing practices and regulations to foster collaboration a...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Redefine clinical revenue integrity by optimizing care-margin performance and staffing across Assisted Living communities. Drive improvements in documentation accuracy, billing practices, and financia...

1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dedicated team to enhance medical services, oversee staff, and ensure compliance with health standards while providing compassionate care to individuals in need...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead day-to-day operations of a senior living community, focusing on financial management, staff development, and delivering exceptional resident services while ensuring compliance with reg...

Reposted today

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through exceptional care and community engagement. Lead daily operations, manage staff, and ensure compliance while fostering a warm, wel...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the daily operations of a senior living community, ensuring high-quality services, financial management, and staff development while fostering a positive environment for residents and their famil...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in overseeing daily operations of a senior living community. Ensure financial management, compliance with regulations, and delivery of high-quality services while fostering an engaging...

1 month ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer a thriving senior living community, overseeing operations, finance, and staff management while ensuring high-quality services and compliance with regulations. Lead and inspire your team to pro...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in senior living. Drive excellence in operations, resident care, and team engagement to create a vibrant community that champions quality of life for seniors while en...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional nursing services, overseeing clinical operations, and fostering a collaborative environment to ensure high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize community operations by leading a dedicated team to enhance resident care, financial performance, and regulatory compliance, ensuring a compassionate environment for seniors while driving gro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of senior living by leading daily operations, enhancing resident care, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with teams to achieve occupancy and compliance goals while foster...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $93K *

Oversee all rehabilitation services, ensuring compliance and quality care while leading a dedicated team in a skilled nursing environment. Drive operational excellence and enhance patient outcomes thr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform maintenance operations by providing strategic leadership, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance across multifamily communities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to supervise resident care, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Lead nursing staff, manage schedules, and enhance resident well-being through effective communicat...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Deliver interim nursing leadership and stabilize operations across facilities, ensuring compliance and quality care. Mentor staff, support audits, and manage clinical crises while traveling frequently...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of senior living by overseeing daily operations, enhancing program services, and ensuring compliance. Lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care while achieving financial goal...

Today

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

$130K - $140K *

Elevate community living by overseeing daily operations, ensuring high-quality services, and fostering staff engagement. Drive compliance with regulations while enhancing resident satisfaction and fin...

6 days 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.