Administrator

Channing House

. Lead regulatory oversight and operational integration of resident-facing services across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timePalo Alto • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $176,800 - $220,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory compliance, operational leadership, and strategic planning within senior living and healthcare environments. Proficient in overseeing multiple service lines while ensuring quality resident care and adherence to industry regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

California Nursing Home Administrator LicenseResidential Care Facility for the Elderly Administrator CertificateRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeSenior Leadership Experience in HealthcareOperational Integration of Resident Services

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Hard Skills

Healthcare AdministrationRegulatory ComplianceBudget ManagementQuality ImprovementProgram DevelopmentStaffing ModelsPolicy DevelopmentPerformance MonitoringResident Services PlanningInfection Prevention

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuitePCCEMR SystemsZoomTeams

Certifications & Qualifications

California Nursing Home Administrator LicenseResidential Care Facility for the Elderly Administrator Certificate

Industry Keywords

Skilled Nursing FacilityResidential Care Facility for the ElderlyCMSTitle 22Life Safety CodeCal/OSHAHIPAAInfection PreventionEmergency PreparednessSenior Living

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead regulatory oversight and operational integration of resident-facing services across Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing
Report directly to the Chief Operating Officer
Oversee daily operations and budgets for Health Services and Wellness Services departments
Ensure coordinated, resident-centered service delivery across all levels of living
Translate organizational strategy into operational plans, measurable goals, and sustainable processes
Serve as Nursing Home Administrator of Record for the Skilled Nursing Facility and RCFE Administrator of Record for Assisted Living and Memory Care programs
Lead resident services planning for campus expansion, Independent Living growth, and future service enhancements
Lead operational readiness and implementation of the Memory Care program, including staffing models, employee training, program development, and regulatory compliance
Provide leadership during resident transitions between levels of living
Oversee wellness and life enrichment programs
Maintain systems protecting residents’ personal property and respond to theft or loss reports
Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures
Monitor changes in applicable laws, regulations, directives, and industry guidance
Ensure compliance with CMS, CDPH, CDSS, Title 22, OSHA, Cal/OSHA, HIPAA, infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and Life Safety Code requirements
Serve as primary contact for regulatory and oversight agencies
Lead and participate in quality, infection prevention, safety, and other organizational committees
Provide written or oral reports to the Chief Operating Officer
Monitor quality and performance indicators, identify trends, and ensure corrective actions
Participate in resident forums, family meetings, care conferences, grievance resolution, and resident assessments
Support strategic planning, campus expansion, service development, resident experience initiatives, and organizational transformation
Foster integrity, accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
Build cross-functional relationships and promote teamwork across departments
Participate in Entrepreneurial Operating System practices, including Level 10 meetings and quarterly planning
Serve as Incident Commander during emergencies as assigned
Provide leadership and oversight for Health Services, Wellness Services, Life Enrichment, and other assigned departments
Establish departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations
Direct, coordinate, and evaluate direct reports and departments
Recruit, hire, onboard, train, develop, retain, coach, and discipline employees as necessary
Plan, assign, delegate, and direct work; evaluate performance and address workplace concerns
Maintain effective team relationships, professionalism, resident support, company policy compliance, and business ethics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, nursing, gerontology, social services, or related field
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or a related field, including five (5) or more years in a senior leadership role
Knowledge of CMS, Title 22, and policies and procedures related to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and residential care facilities for the elderly (RCFEs)
Senior leadership experience in a CCRC, Life Plan Community, senior living, or healthcare organization overseeing multiple service lines
Demonstrated experience supervising licensed clinical services and hospitality/wellness departments
Strong working knowledge of California Skilled Nursing and RCFE regulatory frameworks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Proficiency in PCC is a plus
Comfortable utilizing Zoom, Teams, or similar for virtual meetings
Comfortable with personal computers, software including EMR, and networked systems
Ability to speak and comprehend English, the primary language used in the workplace
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
Must hold an active California Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) license and a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Administrator certificate
Ability to interpret and administer State and federal laws and regulations
Up to 20% travel required
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and some holidays based on needs
Ability to regularly move 10 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds
Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, public health, or related discipline preferred
Experience supporting multi-site or campus expansion initiatives preferred
Experience launching or expanding Memory Care programs preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuing education, professional associations, workshops, seminars, partnerships, and active engagement in the senior living and long-term care fields
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities