Director of Independent Living

Description:Avesta Housing is seeking a Director of Independent Living to work at our assisted living residence, 75 State Street. This position leads the 15-member Independent Living team to ensure maximum resident satisfaction and business success for the 88-unit Independent Living community. This critical management position oversees resident custodial care services, robust resident activities programs, and salon services.About 75 State StreetLocated in the historic West End neighborhood of Portland, Maine, 75 State Street is a nonprofit senior community offering a continuum of care that includes Independent Living and Assisted Living. Our mission is to promote the independence, dignity, and individuality of older people of all financial abilities by offering supportive programs and services in an urban, residential setting. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of assisted living services in a nurturing home designed to enhance the quality of life, respect personal dignity, and to provide “peace of mind” to each resident as well as to their respective family.What it's Like to Work HereOur team members have positive attitudes, are creative problem solvers, and share a dedication to providing our residents with sincere and thoughtful care. Our shared commitment to improving the lives of others, strengthening our community, and ensuring compliance with state and federal standard of care requirements gives us purpose and inspires our best work. Our workplace culture and continuous opportunities for growth have resulted in Avesta's 75 State Street location being a popular place to work.Our employees selected 75 State Street and Avesta Housing as a 2024 and 2025 Best Places to Work in Maine because of our opportunities for career advancement, friendly workplace culture, impressive benefits and compensation, responsive managers, and company values!What We're Looking ForThe person who is ready for this opportunity will generally offer these attributes:Excellent judgment and ability to independently research information when a solution is not obviousGenuine interest in working with a geriatric populationCaring dispositionExcellent oral and written communication skills and ability to relate effectively to individuals with diverse backgrounds, abilities, preferences, and needsExcellent interpersonal skills; able to work independently and as part of a teamStrong organizational and time management skillsCompensation details: 75000-90000 Yearly Salary