Assistant Operating Director

ASSISTANT OPERATING DIRECTOR | CORNERSTONE CAREGIVING

Waterloo, IA | Full-Time | Leadership Role | $50,000 + Benefits & Bonus Opportunities


At Cornerstone Caregiving, we are dedicated to helping older adults age in place with dignity, compassion, and exceptional support. As we continue rapid nationwide growth across more than 450 offices, we are building strong in-office leadership teams to ensure every client and caregiver receives the highest level of care.

We are seeking an Assistant Operating Director (AOD), a key leadership role and the Operating Director’s second-in-command. This position leads in-office operations, scheduling oversight, staff support and development, client care quality, and communication with Home Base. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love developing people, and bring strong organizational and operational excellence to your work, this role is for you.

Office Leadership & Operations

• Serve as the OD’s primary in-office partner, helping drive daily operations and maintain a strong, cohesive work environment.
• ​​​​​​Lead, coach, and support in-office staff; reinforce Cornerstone’s standards, values, and culture.
• Onboard and train new office managers, ensuring clarity, confidence, and consistent performance.
• Conduct weekly 1:1 check-ins, performance reviews, coaching, and disciplinary action when needed.
• Share on-call rotation with office leadership.
• Oversee administrative workflow and follow-through, including payroll notes, shift verification, and operations updates.
• Maintain accurate documentation in alignment with Cornerstone policies and state requirements.

• Oversee scheduling operations to ensure timely coverage and an excellent client experience.
• Respond to client escalations with urgency, professionalism, and empathy.
• Conduct check-up calls, quality visits, and client follow-ups to ensure satisfaction and care continuity.
• Ensure state-required supervisory visits are completed (as applicable).
• Serve as a backup for client assessments when the Operating Director is unavailable.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required, high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in management, leadership operations, or human resources.
• Experience hiring, recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising staff.
• Leadership experience within the healthcare or home care industry.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort managing multiple priorities and shifting needs throughout the day.

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• High proficiency with technology, especially Google Workspace.
• High attention to detail and exceptional follow-through skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Growth bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits package
• 12 days of PTO annually.
• Phone stipend.
• Leadership development, mentorship, and opportunities for career growth as Cornerstone expands nationwide.

• You are the central in-office leader, ensuring, clarity, rhythm, and daily operational success.
• You will directly shape staff performance, team culture, and client experience.
• You'll grow in leadership through hands-on coaching, development, and operational oversight.
• Your work makes a direct impact on seniors, caregivers, and families in your community.