About the role#
This full-time internship offers 12 weeks of experience in senior living management from May to August 2027. You will work 40 hours per week assisting the Executive Director and Administrator with the daily operations of the community. The role includes special projects for senior leadership and provides exposure to professional skills like interviewing, presentations, and performance evaluation.
What you'll do#
- Attend department head, care plan, board, and resident meetings.
- Conduct weekly environmental rounds in areas such as the kitchen, plant, and environmental services.
- Assist the Administrator with preparations for annual fire-safety and resident care inspections.
- Audit Health Center documentation, including resident charts, MARs, TARs, and pain assessments.
- Participate in personnel activities like interviews, training sessions, and counseling.
- Attend marketing events and prepare monthly financial variance reports.
- Complete various projects as assigned by the Executive Director.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program for Healthcare Management, Business, Nursing, Geriatrics, or a related field.
- Completion of at least 1-2 years of undergraduate coursework is preferred.
- An interest in senior living operations.
- Previous exposure to hospitality or a related field is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid internship position.
- Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this role.
About LCS
LCS provides management and development services for senior living communities across the United States. Founded in 1971, the company is based in Des Moines, Iowa. It operates as a privately held organization with 501 to 1,000 employees. The firm specializes in senior living operations, real estate private equity, and insurance services.
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