*Executive Director - Residential Assisted Living Facility Administrator*

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*Our Mission*

We exist to create homes where older adults are cared for with dignity, loved with consistency, and surrounded by the warmth of family. Our residential care homes provide more than assistance—they provide hope, purpose, and joy.

With three intimate homes serving older adults who need assisted living, we are seeking a Licensed Executive Director who can lead with vision, compassion, and operational excellence.

*Position Overview*

As Executive Director-Administrator, you will oversee daily operations, team development, compliance, resident satisfaction, financial health, and strategic growth across all three residential care homes. You are not just an administrator—you are the steward of culture, the standard-bearer of care, and a key partner in shaping our company's future.

This is a role for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-touch setting where leadership is personal, strategic, and deeply meaningful.

*Key Responsibilities*

Team & Culture Leadership

* Lead recruitment, hiring, coaching, and ongoing development of caregivers and assistant managers * Serve as a Culture Champion—modeling respect, joy, and mission-alignment at every level * Deliver performance evaluations, recognition, and corrective actions with empathy and clarity * Mentor future leaders and promote internal succession pathways

Resident Experience and Care Coordination

* Ensure each resident receives care in accordance with their plan and our promise * Conduct or oversee pre-admission assessments, make decisions aligned with mission and capabilities * Maintain strong relationships with residents and families through regular communications, care planning, and hospitality initiatives * Lead monthly family forums and support care team-family partnerships

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

* Ensure compliance with Department of Social Services (DSS) regulations * Maintain current licensure, emergency preparedness plans, infection control standards, and incident documentation * Serve as primary contact for audits, inspections, and licensing surveys

Operations & Facility Oversight

* Oversee the physical upkeep of homes, coordinate capital improvement projects, and partner with vendors and maintenance staff * Monitor inventory and supplies; streamline procurement processes * Ensure that home environments are safe, warm, and welcoming * Lead emergency protocols and staff preparedness trainings

Financial & Strategic Planning

* Collaborate with ownership on annual budgets, performance targets, and business strategy * Monitor labor utilization, expense management, and revenue optimization * Participate in wage benchmarking and workforce planning * Maintain reporting dashboards for occupancy, staffing, and satisfaction metrics

Client Acquisition & Brand Ambassador

* Lead tours and family meetings with warmth and clarity * Build collaborative relationships with industry professionals and referral partners (case managers, social workers, community stakeholders, etc.) * Uphold and advance the company's brand, messaging, and service positioning

*Qualifications*

Required

* Current Virginia Assisted Living Facility Administrator (ALFA) license (or state of operation) * Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in assisted living; residential model experience strongly preferred * Excellent people management and conflict resolution skills * Deep knowledge of DSS regulations, licensing, and safety standards * High emotional intelligence and servant-leader orientation * CPR and First Aid certification

Preferred

* Experience overseeing multiple properties or locations * Strong command of care documentation and scheduling systems (e.g., iCare Manager, BambooHR, ECP, WellSky) * Ability to thrive in a mission-driven, agile, family-like environment

*Compensation & Benefits*

* Base salary: $150,000-$200,000 * Bonus structure: Annual performance bonus tied to KPIs * Medical, dental and vision insurance * Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays and personal days * 401(k) with employer contribution (optional based on company stage) * Ongoing training and certification reimbursement * Employee wellness and appreciation initiatives

*Why Join Us?*

Lead with heart. We believe great leadership is personal and transformative.

Drive meaningful impact. You'll shape the experience of residents, families, and team members every day.

Grow with purpose. Partner with visionary ownership to build an enduring, principled organization.

Balance support and autonomy. Operate with flexibility and independence—within a strong values-based framework.

*Ready to Lead with Vision, Dignity, Respect, and Devotion?*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $150,000.00 per year

Benefits: * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance

Work Location: In person