Director of Assisted Living – Knoxville, TN

Lead with Purpose & Create a Supportive Community!

Are you an experienced Director of Assisted Living looking to lead a thriving senior living community? We are seeking a Director of Assisted Living to oversee daily operations, census development, and resident care programming in Knoxville, TN. This role is ideal for a professional who excels in team leadership, resident engagement, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that seniors receive the highest quality of care.

Why Join Us?

Leadership Opportunity – The Director of Assisted Living will oversee a dedicated team while

ensuring excellence in resident services.
Resident-Centered Approach – Manage dementia care programming, activity coordination, and

volunteer initiatives to promote well-being.
Marketing & Community Engagement – Conduct tours, and periodically attend external outreach

events to maintain and grow occupancy.
Comprehensive Benefits & Career Growth – Enjoy strong benefits, professional development

opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise assisted living staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee resident move-ins, move-outs, and transition planning to support census goals.
• Ensure budget compliance by monitoring labor costs, operational expenses, and financial outcomes.
• Maintain a welcoming, tour-ready community that meets all safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure exceptional, person-centered care.
• Conduct risk management, regulatory compliance, and staff training to uphold quality standards.

What we are looking for:

• An active, unencumbered RN License in Tennessee (or multi-state compact license).
• Assisted Living Director License (or ability to obtain).
• College degree in gerontology, dementia care, recreation therapy, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in assisted living.

What Our Client Offers:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Six Paid Holidays
• Employer-Sponsored Pre-Tax Savings with Generous Match
• On-Site Fitness Center Access
• Tuition Assistance & Scholarship Programs
• Pet Insurance & Employee Discount Programs

Become our Client’s next Director of Assisted Living!

If you're a passionate Director of Assisted Living looking to lead an exceptional senior living community, we want to hear from you! Apply today to take the next step in your career.