Community Manager / Executive Director

Employment Type: Full-Time | Location: Henley Place, Neosho, MO | Pay: $61,000–$65,000 annually

About the Role

Join a great team at Henley Place, a 25-unit residential care community for seniors. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of the community while making a meaningful impact on residents, families, and team members. This position also includes on-call responsibilities. LPN License Required.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Americare, our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Servant Heart
• Inspire
• Nurture
• Growth

Americare communities are more than just workplaces—they are family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture. We’ve been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Community Management

• Lead with a resident-first mindset, prioritizing compassionate care, safety, and quality of life.
• Set clear expectations, model accountability, and foster a positive, service-oriented culture.

Team Collaboration & Development

• Cultivate a culture of teamwork, transparency, and open communication across all departments.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing team of caregivers and support staff.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee medical, nursing, and administrative functions to ensure smooth and effective daily operations.
• Enforce policies and procedures that support high standards of care and regulatory compliance.
• Interview, hire, train, and schedule staff.
• Ensure budget compliance, marketing, and coordinating admissions for new residents.

Fiscal & Performance Management

• Develop and manage the community budget, monitor expenses, revenue, and occupancy.
• Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies, revenue growth, and operational improvement.

Community & Family Engagement

• Build strong, trusting relationships with residents and their families.
• Engage with the local community to promote Americare’s mission and strengthen the community’s reputation.

Facility & Asset Management

• Oversee building maintenance, improvements, and equipment upgrades to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for residents and team members.

Requirements

• Current state Administrator licensure or certification, as required by state regulations.
• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Certified Medication Technician (CMT), if required by the state.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Proven experience successfully managing, leading, and developing teams in a senior living or healthcare leadership role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Relevant fields may include Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, Gerontology, or a related discipline.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and relationships with residents, families, team members, and community partners.
• Solid understanding of healthcare regulations, medical terminology, medication management protocols, and compliance standards.

Skills

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally assist with safely transferring residents.
• Vision requirements include near and far vision with good depth perception.

Benefits

• Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
• Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
• Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
• Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
• Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and more.
• Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
• 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions.