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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$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex clinical operations across multiple healthcare facilities, driving strategic growth and operational excellence while managing a large multidisciplinary team to en...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $105K *

Collaborate with the Director of Health and Wellness to ensure excellent resident care, manage staffing schedules, guarantee compliance with regulations, and promote holistic wellness in a thriving se...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $105K *

Empower the wellness team to deliver exceptional care and support for residents. Oversee service plans and ensure high-quality, individualized care while managing staff and fostering communication wit...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage clinical operations in a memory care and assisted living community, ensuring quality care and regulatory compliance while leading nursing staff and enhancing resident well-being through effecti...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $105K *

Lead the Health and Wellness team to ensure quality care for seniors, managing service plans and staff communication for continuous improvement and adherence to state regulations while assessing care...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $113K *

Lead the charge in enhancing resident care as a Health Services Director, coordinating medical needs and overseeing nursing staff to ensure independence and quality of life for seniors in a supportive...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $113K *

Drive excellence in resident care by coordinating health services and medication management, ensuring independence and well-being for all residents while collaborating with healthcare professionals an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading facility operations to ensure quality patient care. Oversee financial, clinical, and human resource functions while maintaining compliance with regulations and Life Care...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the nursing department in a supportive environment, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with staff to enhance resident well-being and operational efficiency in...

1 week ago

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

$82K *

Manage HR and financial operations in a senior living community, ensuring compliance and excellence in service. Supervise staff, oversee payroll, and maintain resident relations to enhance the quality...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in maintaining community facilities, overseeing operations, and ensuring high standards in housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation services while fostering vendor relationships a...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading community operations, ensuring compliance, and driving revenue growth while fostering a resident-centered culture. Collaborate with teams to achieve financial targets an...

1 week ago

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

$99K - $124K *

Elevate operational excellence by supervising maintenance staff and ensuring the mechanical integrity of building systems, fostering a safe and comfortable environment for all residents and guests whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing a senior living community, ensuring compliance and maximizing revenue while fostering a resident-centered culture. Drive business development and operational excellence to...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing clinical operations and enhancing resident wellness in a supportive senior living environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure high-quality care and compl...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $98K *

Empower a vibrant senior living community by supporting operations, enhancing resident satisfaction, and fostering a high-performing team. Collaborate with leadership to drive quality services and str...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate business growth by leading strategic initiatives in the Business Development department, enhancing visibility and increasing census while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform the landscape of business development by leading initiatives that enhance visibility and drive growth in the healthcare sector, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards while foste...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading a dedicated clinical team, ensuring exceptional care for residents while fostering relationships with families and healthcare providers. Drive satisfaction and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead and inspire a clinical team to deliver exceptional care, fostering relationships with residents, families, and healthcare providers. Collaborate with community leadership to enhance resident sati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in long-term care, overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a resident-centered culture while leading a diverse team to achieve outstanding...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize facilities management for multiple student housing sites, ensuring compliance, safety, and exceptional service. Lead and develop teams while managing budgets and fostering community relations...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower community operations by leading with a resident-first mindset, ensuring compliance, and driving excellence in care, culture, and performance while fostering teamwork and operational efficiency...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion the daily operations of a nursing facility, ensuring compliance with regulations, managing budgets, and leading a dedicated team to provide exceptional care and a welcoming environment for re...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage daily operations of a nursing facility, ensuring compliance with regulations, budget management, and team development. Collaborate with leadership to enhance recruitment and retention...

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.