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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$81K - $93K *

Elevate the quality of care by managing a dedicated team, ensuring effective coordination of admissions, care plans, and discharges, while fostering a safe and supportive environment for residents...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Inspire community engagement by leading outreach initiatives, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and implementing marketing strategies to enhance occupancy and awareness of our seni...

2 weeks ago

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

$104K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing care center operations, overseeing staff management, financial performance, and quality patient care while fostering community relationships and driving growth initiatives...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Transform operations by ensuring compliance and quality in program services. Lead daily oversight and support staff management to foster person-centered care across assigned sites...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Transform facilities operations by coordinating services, managing vendors, and resolving customer issues. Leverage your expertise to ensure seamless logistics and support for special projects in a dy...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Optimize facilities services by coordinating vendors and operations to ensure seamless day-to-day functionality. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage requests and oversee projects in a complex, sec...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of clinic operations, ensuring high-quality care and compliance. Lead a dedicated team, manage budgets, and foster community partnerships to enhance patient experiences in a supportive...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion high-quality care as you lead daily operations, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Shape patient experiences and foster a supportive team culture while overseeing budget management...

1 week ago

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

$110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing resident care by leading nursing operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and fostering a supportive environment for staff development and qua...

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate care standards by collaborating with the nursing team to ensure exceptional resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective staff training while supporting the Director of Nursing in daily...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine clinical excellence as a Regional Clinical Director overseeing multiple skilled nursing facilities, driving quality care and operational success through strategic leadership and active colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Grow your career by assisting in the management of facilities operations, supervising vendors, supporting budgeting processes, and ensuring adherence to policies, all while fostering a collaborative a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $99K *

Enhance lives by assisting older adults with daily activities, mobility, and personal tasks. Collaborate with caregivers and families, ensuring quality care and ethical resolutions, while experiencing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative multi-state operations supporting individuals with disabilities. Drive quality outcomes, financial performance, and strategic growth while developing a high-performing leadership t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth across multi-state operations by driving quality services, compliance, and financial performance in human services. Shape strategy, develop leaders, and build partnerships to enhance su...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading multi-state operations in human services, driving quality outcomes, strategic growth, and developing high-performing leaders while impacting individuals with intellectua...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in multi-state operations, driving quality, compliance, and financial success while developing leaders in a mission-driven environment serving individuals with intellectual disabilitie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $110K *

Collaborate to enhance patient care by leading assessments and care plans, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering communication among interdisciplinary teams to meet individual patient ne...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower nursing excellence as you collaborate with leadership to enhance patient care, drive clinical compliance, and foster team development while promoting operational efficiency and continuous qual...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Join us as an Assistant Director of Nursing, where you'll enhance clinical operations, support staff development, and ensure compliance while fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and sati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Join us in advancing nursing excellence as you support clinical operations, enhance patient care, and mentor staff. Collaborate closely with leadership to ensure compliance, quality outcomes, and a cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower communities by overseeing operations in senior living, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring quality care. Lead a dedicated team to achieve financial goals while fostering a culture of e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $95K *

Drive exceptional dining experiences by leading a diverse culinary team, managing daily operations, and ensuring top-notch service and nutrition for residents. Collaborate with staff and families to e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Lead the charge in managing supportive services, ensuring compliance and best practices while fostering therapeutic relationships to sustain housing for residents with complex needs across regional SI...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing capital projects and renovations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee budgets, schedules, and compliance, while enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.