The Senior Living Management internship will be a full-time (40 hours/week) opportunity for 12 weeks from May to August. The Senior Living Management Intern is responsible for assisting the Executive Director and Administrator in the overall administration of the community. S/he also handles special projects for the Executive Director and Senior Leadership team members at the community.
As part of the internship program, students will gain additional skills to prepare them for entering the job market, including interviewing, presentations, and performance evaluation to further enhance their experience.
Experience is Everything;
At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of the seniors.
The Role:
Attend and participate in department head meetings, care plan meetings, daily health center “stand up” meetings, board meetings, and other resident meetings as requested by the Executive Director. Make weekly environmental rounds (plant, kitchen, environmental services). Assist Administrator in preparing for yearly fire-safety and resident care survey inspections in the Health Center and Assisted Living areas. Conduct audits on a variety of Health Center documentation, including resident charts, MARs, TARs, pain assessments, etc. Attend interviews, counseling sessions, trainings and other personnel meetings. Attend marketing events as requested by the Executive Director. Prepare monthly financial variance reports for the Executive Director. Complete a variety of projects as prescribed by the Executive Director.Experience:
Minimum of 1-2 years completed towards bachelor’s degree preferred.
Knowledge & Skills:
Embody dedication to serving others Encompass a hospitality mindset with a desire to provide high-quality assistance Candidates must have technical experience in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Natural curiosity and high attention to detail. Self-motivator and posses’ confidence to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment. Demonstrates effective leadership skills. Good planning and multi-tasking skills. Strong listening skills and the ability to follow directions and ask questions to ensure a productive internship.
Why LCS?
Industry leader. The Nation’s third-largest senior living operator ranked number one in customer satisfaction among senior living communities.
Inclusive and collaborative culture. We’re dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have an engaged Diversity and Inclusion Council focused on creating awareness and educating employees on inclusivity. In addition, LCS creates a collaborative culture that provides an exceptional experience for every employee.
Top Workplace USA: LCS has earned the Top Workplaces USA award for several consecutive years and is recognized for our strong company culture and engaged workforce. In addition, LCS earned ten culture excellence awards in areas such as DE&I practices, top managers, professional development, and clued-in leaders, to name a few.
Top Workplace Iowa: LCS employees truly believe we are an employer choice. This recognition, for 4 years running, is in large part due to the culture of excellence that our employees help deliver every single day.
Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(k) with company match and paid parental leave.
Charity and community involvement. We are recognized as a national team for the Alzheimer’s Association and consistently a top contributor to United Way. We also support our employee’s individual community contributions and provide opportunities to get involved at our corporate locations and in our communities.
Outstanding advancement opportunities. LCS is growing and we think you should too. Our company growth allows for internal growth opportunities across all of our business lines.
Ongoing career development. Onsite education opportunities, education assistance, and continuing education credits allow LCS employees to keep their knowledge of current industry changes relevant.
LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty, and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and creating lasting value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: www.lcsnet.com
Estimated Salary Range: $21.00
The actual title and salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.
A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES, IS REQUIRED
LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER