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How much do assisted living program director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for assisted living program director in the United States is $93,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an assisted living program director do?

An Assisted Living Program Director oversees the daily operations of an assisted living facility, ensuring high-quality care for residents while complying with state and federal regulations. Their responsibilities include managing staff, developing care plans, coordinating with healthcare providers, and maintaining facility budgets. They also address resident and family concerns, implement policies, and strive to create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for all residents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assisted living program director?

To thrive as an Assisted Living Program Director, you need strong leadership abilities, knowledge of senior care regulations, and typically a degree in healthcare administration or a related field, often accompanied by relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, scheduling software, and compliance management tools is important. Excellent interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and empathy help you build trust with residents, staff, and families. These competencies ensure quality care, regulatory compliance, and the smooth operation of assisted living facilities.

What are some common challenges assisted living program directors face when balancing resident needs with regulatory requirements?

Assisted Living Program Directors often navigate the challenge of ensuring high-quality care for residents while adhering to strict state and federal regulations. Balancing individualized resident care plans with compliance standards requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Directors must communicate effectively with staff, residents, and families, often making difficult decisions regarding resources and care priorities. Staying current with regulatory changes and fostering a supportive team environment are essential strategies to meet these demands successfully.

What is the difference between Assisted Living Program Director vs Assisted Living Coordinator?

AspectAssisted Living Program DirectorAssisted Living Coordinator
CredentialsOften requires a nursing license or relevant healthcare certificationTypically requires a certification in assisted living or healthcare administration
Work EnvironmentOversees entire assisted living community, managing staff and operationsFocuses on resident care coordination and day-to-day activities
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, staff management, regulatory complianceResident support, activity planning, communication with families

The Assisted Living Program Director generally holds more senior responsibilities, overseeing the entire facility and ensuring compliance, while the Assisted Living Coordinator focuses on resident care and daily operations. Both roles require relevant certifications and work within the assisted living industry, but the Program Director has broader managerial duties.

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Infographic showing various Assisted Living Program Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,461 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Assisted Living Program Director

Becker, MN • On-site

GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN HOME OF SAUK RAPIDS, MN
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$66K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the operation of the Assisted Living program, ensuring services are delivered according to plans and regulatory standards.

  • Hire, coach, supervise staff, and coordinate training to maintain adequate staffing and professional development.

  • Coordinate resident assessments, develop care plans, and ensure services meet resident needs and compliance requirements.

Job description

Are you a self-motivated individual interested in providing positive, professional leadership in the management of our Assisted Living services? Apply to join the Good Shepherd team today! As a Program Director with Good Shepherd, you will make a difference each and every day by helping to ensure that the services we provide are delivered with the greatest care. You will be responsible for the successful operation of our Becker Assisted Living program. In this role you will hire, coach and supervise the employees on your team.
Assisted Living Program Director
  • Conduct intakes/assessments of residents as needed to determine needs and services
  • Coordinate with Social Service Intake Coordinator and Assisted Living RN to develop a plan of action to fulfill resident needs
  • Ensure services are provided as detailed in the plan of care/service agreement at the time of admission and as needs change
  • Set a professional standard of positive leadership in daily coaching, training and communication
  • Participate in the hiring/orientation process for new staff and coordinate/participate in all training
  • Ensure adequate 24-hour staffing to meet the needs of resident
  • Ensure Life Enrichment services are provided as scheduled to meet resident needs
  • Ensure a healthy and safe environment is maintained
  • Work with Good Shepherd's Marketing/Welcome Center to proactively promote the Assisted Living program
  • Coordinate services to address routine resident and family requests/concerns
  • Assist with move-in/move-out paperwork and unit transfers
  • Participate in budget development and the accomplishment of budgetary goals
  • Coordinate the delivery of food and ensure food handling standards are followed per licensure requirements
  • Maintain current understanding of MDH, DHS and Housing licensure/regulatory compliance factors related to Assisted Living program
  • Work with the VP of Outreach to establish goals/processes that improve customer service, quality of life and staff education/retention

Program Director Benefits
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Earned Safe & Sick Time Off
  • FREE Option for Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for Employee
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities

Program Director Qualificiations
  • Assisted Living Director in Residency required to obtain upon hire and Licensed Assisted Living Director License obtained within 1 year of hire
  • 3-years' experience working with older adults
  • 3-years' experience with direct supervision of staff preferred
  • Demonstrated organizational, leadership, professional interpersonal communication skill both written and verbal
  • Ability to effectively communicate in English in both verbally and in writing
  • Must have proficient computer skills
  • Project, program, and budget development experience
  • Must be able to work independently, have strong organization skills, be self-motivated and ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
  • Must have a current, valid Driver's License with no driving violations within the standards of Good Shepherd's insurability

Keywords: Program Director, Leadership, Licensed Assisted Living Director, LALD, Geriatrics, Long Term Care, LTC, Assisted Living, AL

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