While this industry may not immediately conjure up images of glamour when you are thinking of a career, the truth of the matter is that the Senior Living industry is vibrant, growing and just may hold some of the best benefits that come along with a career in hospitality.
If you have ever worked in a 4 or 5 star hotel or resort you will find the transition to be quite seamless as the industry standard is fast becoming one that pars the most elite in the hospitality industry. As baby boomers are exiting the workforce the demand for high end retirement facilities continues to grow and along with that the demand for key personnel to run and manage these facilities.
Job categories are comparable to those you will find at many hotels and resorts and include positions for:
- Executive Directors
- General Managers
- Food and Beverage (All Positions)
- Maintenance Directors
- Human Resources
- Sales & Marketing
- Many other hospitality positions
Many employees find the work to be much more rewarding because they can directly contribute to the well being of an aging citizen. In addition, because this is such a rapidly growing industry, the opportunity for career advancement is vast and many have found themselves in lucrative managerial positions sooner than they would’ve expected in other hospitality industries. Perhaps the most common drawback of a career in hospitality is the strain of long and late hours. One key benefit of the retirement industry is that it provides employees a more stable work schedule with relatively no late night or weekend hours.
If the thought of rapid career advancement, a more stable schedule and the knowledge that you are making a difference in the lives of others appeals to you, a career in the retirement and Senior living industry may be the right fit for you.