Senior Living Executive Director

At our Supportive Living Community, we believe that the residents we serve deserve more than just care — they deserve a place that feels like home, where their lives are valued, respected, and enriched every day. We are seeking an Executive Director to lead our community with energy, accountability, and heart. This is an opportunity for a strong operator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about building teams, driving results, and creating an exceptional resident experience. What You'll Do As the Executive Director, you will serve as the leader of the community — responsible for overall operations, financial performance, team development, and resident satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily operations across all departments including clinical support services, dining, housekeeping, maintenance, and life enrichment Ensure the community operates in alignment with Illinois Supportive Living Program (SLP) guidelines and maintains continuous survey readiness Lead, mentor, and develop department heads and frontline staff, fostering a resident-centered, service-driven culture Manage Medicaid waiver participation , census mix, and occupancy goals Drive census growth through collaboration with admissions, hospital partners, and community outreach efforts Maintain strong oversight of budget, labor management, and P&L performance Support care coordination while promoting resident independence and choice Build and maintain relationships with residents, families, referral sources, and community partners Ensure a hospitality-forward environment that feels welcoming, engaging, and safe What We're Looking For 3+ years of experience as an Executive Director, Administrator, or community leader in Supportive Living, Assisted Living, or Skilled Nursing. Strong understanding of the Supportive Living model — including the balance of social care, clinical oversight, and independence. Experience working with Medicaid populations and waiver programs is highly preferred. Proven ability to manage both operations and financial performance. A leader who is visible, hands-on, and team-oriented. Knowledge of Illinois regulations for supportive or long-term care settings. Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with residents, families, and staff. What We Offer Very Competitive salary, based on years of experience. Performance-based bonus opportunities Comprehensive benefits package Paid time off and holidays Supportive leadership team and opportunity for growth Why Join Us? This isn't just a job — it's a chance to lead a community where your impact is felt every single day. From the team you build to the residents you serve, you'll play a direct role in shaping an environment that truly makes a difference. If you're a driven leader who knows how to balance operations, people, and purpose , we'd love to connect.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person