Executive Director

About the Role

TerraBella Senior Living is seeking an Executive Director to lead one of our communities. This role is ideal for a professional looking to work with the leader in the Senior Housing industry, offering significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. You will be part of a team that values culture, growth, and heart, with a foundation rooted in purpose, hospitality, and connection.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation and management of the community in accordance with the standards and guidelines of the Owners/Board of Directors, Discovery Management Group, and federal/state/local laws and regulations.
• Communicate and model a clear, customer-focused vision based on a resident-centered model of care.
• Identify and build relationships within the local area to drive business into the community, effectively price the product, and maximize top-line revenue growth to achieve appropriate market position.
• Ensure the community has an effective external business development strategy with clear accountabilities, and adjust the plan to maximize referral leads and move-ins.
• Develop a thorough working knowledge of state regulations, policies, and procedures; ensure compliance.
• Maintain resident administrative files, ensuring they are current and compliant with state regulations.
• Meet financial targets to maximize capital partners’ return.
• Demonstrate functional knowledge of all operating programs, including memory care, clinical, dining, and social programs.
• Prepare and adhere to the community budget, ensuring budgeted revenue is achieved or exceeded by maximizing occupancy and room rate.
• Review monthly financial statements and implement plans of action for deficiencies.
• Manage key, non-labor operating costs in line with budgeted levels.
• Process and submit monthly expenses and budget data timely per policies and internal business controls.
• Meet NOI and occupancy expectations.
• Oversee all departments, maintaining full responsibility for efficient operations and compliance with financial goals established in the approved Operating Budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Hospitality, Hospital Administration, or a health-related field.
• Minimum of three years of managerial experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or hospitality industries.
• Previous management experience, including hiring, coaching, performance management, daily operations supervision, and discipline.
• Previous sales experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in managing operating expenses.
• Administrator License/certification.
• Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Wellness-related benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Us

TerraBella Senior Living serves thousands of residents and families, offering a full range of lifestyle and care options, including Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite. As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in America, TerraBella communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. Our culture is defined by teamwork, integrity, performance, accountability, compassion, hard work, and creativity. We invest in learning and development opportunities to support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.