Senior Living Management Intern

Life Care Services•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Senior Living Management Intern assists the Executive Director and Administrator with the overall administration of the community and handles special projects for the Executive Director and community senior leadership team. This full-time, 12-week internship runs from May to August and offers students professional experience and skills development, including interviewing, presentations, and performance evaluation. The program provides mentorship, exposure to senior leadership, networking and career development opportunities, and meaningful project work. The position pays $22.50 per hour.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a college or university program majoring in Healthcare Management, Business, Nursing, Geriatrics, or a related program.
Interest in senior living operations is ideal.

Nice To Haves

At least 1–2 years of a bachelor’s degree completed is preferred.
Exposure to hospitality or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

Attend and participate in department head meetings, care plan meetings, daily health center stand-up meetings, board meetings, and other resident meetings as requested by the Executive Director.
Conduct weekly environmental rounds in the plant, kitchen, and environmental services areas.
Assist the Administrator in preparing for annual fire-safety and resident-care survey inspections in the Health Center and Assisted Living areas.
Audit Health Center documentation, including resident charts, MARs, TARs, and pain assessments.
Attend interviews, counseling sessions, trainings, and other personnel meetings.
Attend marketing events as requested by the Executive Director.
Prepare monthly financial variance reports for the Executive Director.
Complete projects assigned by the Executive Director.