Director of Assisted Living

WesleyLife Career • Pella, IA

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About The Position

The Director of Assisted Living administers and supervises assisted living services, ensuring residents receive appropriate care and the community meets regulatory requirements. The role promotes resident independence, satisfaction, and quality of life, while fostering teamwork and collaboration. The Director oversees services and programs for traditional assisted living and memory support, leads staff, supports resident and family engagement, and manages departmental operations, staffing, compliance, and budgets. The position participates in rotating on-call coverage with other nurse leaders for assisted living and health center clinical operations and performs other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

Requirements

• RN, LPN, or BSN required.
• A four-year college degree in a related field is required.
• Ability to coach, manage, and lead a team to provide high-level services.
• Attendance is an essential function of the position.
• The role may require flexibility with hours.
• Must successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an Assisted Living Program.
• Previous leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and direct assisted living services, programs, and activities that meet residents’ clinical and psychosocial needs in traditional and memory support areas.
• Collaborate with community leaders and departments to meet federal, state, local, and corporate regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct tours and admissions to support community census targets.
• Research and develop a social model of care that encourages resident choice and family involvement.
• Develop, maintain, and periodically update procedures governing day-to-day assisted living operations.
• Hire, evaluate, and provide ongoing oversight of Resident Associates and CNAs.
• Plan and delegate work assignments and ensure effective 24-hour scheduling.
• Encourage family involvement, manage grievances, and follow up on customer concerns.
• Orient new residents and support their integration into the community while following WesleyLife Welcoming standards and policies.
• Conduct monthly Resident Forums to engage residents and share information.
• Develop an annual budget with the Executive Director and monitor expenses.
• Manage labor expenses against daily budgets, including overtime and PPD.
• Provide case management to ensure pre-occupancy screening, assessments, and reassessments meet regulatory and payer guidelines.
• Complete admission contracts and processes within applicable regulatory requirements and scope of practice.
• Coordinate ongoing wellness and social activities and support resident-centered activities that foster independence and individual preference.
• Monitor and maintain records of residents’ physical and mental conditions, and report significant changes to physicians.
• Monitor resident service plans and records, assess service quality, and direct staff to implement needed changes.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living and perform assisted living duties unless restricted by professional standards or regulations.
• Coordinate departmental meetings and training, ensure required learning is completed, and promote interactive problem-solving with staff.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage with other nurse leaders for assisted living and health center clinical operations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earnings before payday.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits.
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Scholarship assistance up to $3,000 per year.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $1,500 per year.
• Educational discounts, including 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global.
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways.
• Referral bonus program.
• Recognition and appreciation programs.
• Workplace culture emphasizing respect, teamwork, and support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director