Administrator (Adult Care/Assisted Living)
Company : Post Acute Partners
Location : Cheektowaga, NY, 14227
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 January 2026
Salary
up to $96,500/yearOverview
Elderwood at Cheektowaga is currently seeking an experienced Administrator to serve the residents and staff in our Assisted Living Community.
Do you have supervisory experience in an assisted living or long-term care setting and a passion for working with the senior population? Apply today, we'd love to connect!
Administrator (Assisted Living) Position Overview:
- The Administrator is responsible for staffing, operations, and daily management of the facility as well as the provision of quality health care and daily living services for residents in conformance with all state and federal laws and regulations.
About Elderwood Assisted Living:
- Elderwood’s assisted living communities provide critical care needed for daily activities, such as dining, bathing, dressing, and medication management. The caring staff is dedicated to ensuring the comfort, safety, and dignity of our residents.
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Are you looking to take the next step in your career?Employee Perks!
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Friendly and supportive staff, Generous PTO & holiday package, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Substantial employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement programResponsibilities
Administrator (Assisted Living):
- Direct and oversee facility operational activities.
- Possess understanding of organizational policies and procedures including DOH regulations.
- Promote and guide initiatives to improve facility operations to meet goals and objectives.
- Be able to multi task and manage multiple objectives simultaneously.
- Possess ability to lead others and inspire them to achieve desired results.
- Provide daily management and training of all staff, and the management of services through consultants and other contract arrangements.
- The provision of quality health care and daily living services for residents in conformance with state and federal laws.
- The provision of care and treatment of residents that promotes respect for the individual and the protection of basic rights.
- Maintain a safe, sanitary and pleasant environment for residents, visitors, and volunteers and good working conditions for employees.
- Ensuring resident census remains at capacity, controlling of costs for financial stability, and the safe-keeping of resident account and cash monies.
- The provision of payroll, billing and management information to the central office, Elderwood Administrative Services LLC.
- Encourages staff involvement, customer focus, leadership initiatives and sets standards for all staff.
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Qualifications
Administrator (Assisted Living) Position Requirements:
- A High School diploma plus three years experience including one year supervisory experience; or an Associates degree plus two years experience with one of those years in a supervisory role; or a Bachelors Degree.
- Minimum of three years' experience in management, preferably in healthcare required.
- Assisted living or nursing home operations experience is necessary.
- Qualities of leadership, dependability, integrity, and organizational ability are necessary.
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
- An interest in the field of health care, particularly the needs of the geriatric population.
- Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
- This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
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Frequently asked questions
Effective leadership in assisted living administration demands integrity, strong organizational skills, and the ability to inspire staff. Administrators must adeptly manage multiple priorities while fostering a respectful, resident-focused atmosphere that complies with healthcare regulations.
Administrators in assisted living focus heavily on balancing operational oversight with resident care quality. Their day includes staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and creating a safe, comfortable environment tailored to seniors, unlike hospital administrators who often manage broader clinical operations.
In Cheektowaga, candidates with supervisory experience in long-term care, knowledge of NY state health regulations, and credentials in healthcare management stand out. Familiarity with assisted living facility operations enhances employability in this competitive regional market.
Administrators in the Buffalo area, including Cheektowaga, navigate unique challenges like higher demand for senior care services and maintaining compliance with New York's rigorous health codes. Balancing financial stability with quality care is a key regional focus.
Salaries for assisted living administrators in Cheektowaga typically reach up to $96,500 annually, reflecting the role's responsibilities in managing facility operations, staff, and resident care while adhering to state and federal guidelines.
At Post Acute Partners, administrators are pivotal in ensuring seamless daily operations and quality health services within assisted living communities. They act as the bridge between clinical staff, residents, and corporate standards, promoting both regulatory adherence and compassionate care.
Post Acute Partners emphasizes a supportive work culture with benefits like 401k matching and tuition reimbursement. Their administrators not only oversee operations but also play a vital role in fostering staff engagement and resident dignity, setting them apart in the sector.
Search trends reveal strong interest in candidates skilled in regulatory compliance, staff leadership, resident care management, and financial oversight. Proficiency in multitasking and communication also ranks highly among sought-after abilities.
Experience as a nursing home assistant administrator offers valuable insights into long-term care operations, staff supervision, and resident interactions, providing a solid foundation for managing assisted living facilities where similar regulatory and care challenges exist.
Administrators often advance by gaining expertise in multi-facility management, healthcare policy, or specialized senior care. Leadership roles in healthcare networks or corporate administrative services can follow, supported by continued education and certification.