Job Description
Job Description
Now Hiring: Executive Director – Assisted Living
Lead Our Community with Passion & Purpose
Are you a vision-driven healthcare or hospitality leader looking to make a lasting impact? We are looking for an inspiring leader to drive operational excellence, champion resident care, cultivate an engaged workforce, and deliver strong financial results—all while fostering a warm, dignified, and safe environment for our residents and team members.
Key Responsibilities
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Operational & Cultural Leadership: Foster a high-performing community culture built on dignity, resident-centered care, continuous improvement, and cross-departmental teamwork.
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Financial Management: Oversee community budgets, drive census growth, optimize labor costs, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to achieve business targets.
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Team Recruitment & Development: Hire, coach, and retain top-tier talent while maintaining proper staffing levels and encouraging professional growth.
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Regulatory Compliance & Safety: Maintain total survey readiness, ensure full compliance with state and federal laws, and oversee emergency preparedness and workplace safety.
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Resident & Family Relations: Oversee move-ins and transitions, handle resident/family inquiries with empathy, and ensure personalized service plans are met with excellence.
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Community Outreach: Build strong working relationships with referral partners, healthcare providers, and local community organizations.
Qualifications & Expectations
Experience & Education
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Gerontology, Hospitality, or Nursing preferred (or equivalent combined experience).
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Leadership Experience: Minimum 3+ years of senior leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, or related human-services sectors.
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Financial Acumen: Proven experience managing operating budgets, P&L statements, and occupancy metrics.
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Regulatory Know-How: Solid understanding of assisted living regulations, Resident Rights, and mandated reporting requirements.
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Tech Skills: Proficient in standard office equipment, healthcare software, and digital reporting systems.
Leadership Mindset & Soft Skills
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Calm Under Pressure: Maintains composure, sound judgment, and professionalism in fast-paced or challenging situations.
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Strong Communicator: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills in English.
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Empathetic & Resilient: Demonstrates active listening, fairness, and emotional maturity appropriate for a 24/7 care environment.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
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Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the community for extended periods.
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Capability to lift, carry, or push up to 25 lbs occasionally.
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Flexibility to work varied hours or shifts as required to support 24/7 community operations.