Management Development Associate – Healthcare Leadership Development

Job Description

Manager In Training – Fargo, ND | Touchmark

The Tone:
This is a full-time Management Development program at Touchmark, located in Fargo, ND, designed for recent graduates aspiring to a career in Healthcare Leadership. Touchmark operates premier senior living communities, committed to continually enriching residents’ daily lives through its core values of Excellence, Teamwork, Hospitality, Integrity, and Compassion. This program is crucial for cultivating ambitious individuals into future leaders who will embody the ‘Ally, Friend, Giver’ principles, ensuring the continued delivery of exceptional care and service in our beautiful communities.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship (This is an 18-month to two-year Management Training program, ideal for recent graduates.)
• Type: Full-time (Team members working 30+ hours per week are eligible for a competitive compensation and benefits package.)
• Location: In-person Fargo, ND (The initial training phase is located in Fargo, with relocation required upon program completion.)
• Team: Work alongside a team of experienced leaders across various functional departments within a senior living community.
• Mission: To train and develop naturally ambitious and motivated individuals with strong leadership potential into future managers for Touchmark’s senior living communities.
• Tech Stack:

What You’ll Actually Do
• Learn: Work and learn alongside seasoned leaders to understand the daily operations of a premier senior living community.
• Embody Values: Internalize and practice Touchmark’s “Be an Ally, A Friend, and A Giver” philosophy through every task and interaction.
• Develop Leadership: Cultivate strong leadership skills necessary to guide teams and manage operations effectively within the healthcare sector.
• Departmental Rotation: Gain comprehensive experience by spending structured time in each functional department of the community.
• Operational Understanding: Acquire a deep understanding of Touchmark’s operational procedures and learn to lead according to the company’s steadfast values.
• Career Progression: Prepare diligently over an 18-month to two-year period to assume a management role within one of Touchmark’s communities.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field, specifically designed for recent graduates interested in healthcare leadership.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership abilities through roles in work, school/athletics, or volunteer organizations, showcasing natural leadership qualities.
• Skills: Ability to relocate to any Touchmark location upon program completion; comfort in giving oral presentations to both small and large groups; willingness to work occasional weekends and evenings as needed; and a clear demonstration of empathy toward others.
• Bonus: A desire to work within the hospitality or service industry, or a particular interest in working with seniors.