Responsible for the overall operation of the Assisted Living Program within the community. Directs and manages staff that is providing for the care and needs of the residents.Oversees the operations and directs the day-to-day functions of staff in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the community. Ensures that emotional, physical, psychological, and safety needs are met through all program services and activities.Ensures that staff complies with the written policies and procedures established by Brookdale and thecommunity.Manages labor costs, supplies and other line items in department budget.Meets with staff and support personnel to plan and schedule shifts, services, programs and activities.Writes and reviews resident assessments and care plans.Develops and/or monitors documentation systems to ensure that all regulatory timeframes for review ofassessments and service plans are met and that resident needs are met.Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calmenvironment throughout the department.Oversees facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.Completes accident and incident reports as necessary.Schedules and conducts new resident orientation.Assesses potential residents for assisted living level of care.Provides leadership to personnel assigned to department. Makes decisions regarding hiring, firing, anddisciplining staff. Conducts performance reviews.Coordinates, along with the Director of Resident Services, family/resident care conferences and serves as adirect liaison between residents, families, and staff.Makes periodic checks to ensure prescribed treatments are being properly administered.May assist with completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.Reviews medication cards for completeness and accuracy in the transcription of the physicians order andadherence to stop order policies.Works with Education Coordinator to schedule in-service training classes.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for DiversityEarly Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)We are looking for an experienced ED or AED who can embrace our mission to enrich the lives of those we serve, and who is driven by their passion to make a positive difference!Brookdale Lake Shore Drive is hiring an Assisted Living DirectorA Senior Living Community with Assisted and Independent LivingMake Lives Better Including Your Own!Overview: Executive Director or Assistant Executive Director experience preferredDuties similar to ED or AED RoleFlexible Schedule RequiredResponsible for day to day duties overseeing our Assisted LivingWhy Brookdale? Brookdale is a GREAT place to further your career!Career Path for All positions!Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment statusVariety of Associate DiscountWe pride ourselves with a culture of caring. All leadership team members and associates partner together to make sure each resident feels like they are familyWe recognize our staff with our monthly Everyday Hero award and prizes (PTO & Bonus)If you have a passion for helping others with a desire to to thrive professionally every day, this is the opportunity for you! Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.