Director of Independent Living
About The Position
Avesta Housing is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Director of Independent Living to lead their 88-unit Independent Living program and resident services at 75 State Street. In this leadership role, the Director will oversee the Independent Living team, coordinate resident care and service plans, and ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centered support that promotes independence and well-being. The role involves collaborating with residents, families, healthcare providers, and community partners while managing occupancy goals, departmental operations, and resident programs. The goal is to create a vibrant, welcoming community where residents feel supported, connected, and empowered to live their best lives.
Requirements
- Health care professional with experience in healthcare settings, preferably with older adults/senior living.
- Minimum of seven years related professional experience, including at least two years in a supervisory capacity.
- Strong preference for experience working in a senior living care setting, with proven experience in managing high-quality employees.
- LPN or MSW preferred.
- Proficiency with technology, including MS Office Suite, Caremerge, and PointClickCare.
- Ability to skillfully resolve sensitive and challenging family and resident situations.
- Comprehensive understanding of residents’ rights under Maine law.
- Ability to work occasionally outside of traditional business hours including weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Genuine interest in working with a geriatric population
- Caring disposition
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to relate effectively to individuals with diverse backgrounds, abilities, preferences, and needs
- Excellent interpersonal skills; able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent judgment and ability to independently research information when a solution is not obvious
Responsibilities
- Oversee the Independent Living team
- Coordinate resident care and service plans
- Ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centered support
- Collaborate with residents, families, healthcare providers, and community partners
- Manage occupancy goals
- Manage departmental operations
- Manage resident programs
Benefits
- Employer-paid health and dental plans for employees
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vested match of up to 6%
- Employer-paid basic life, long-term and short-term disability
- Free mental wellness services for benefits-eligible employees
- 13 paid holidays
- Generous earned time, starting with 22 days in first year of employment
- Professional development assistance
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
