Executive Director

About the role

TerraBella Senior Living is seeking an Executive Director to lead one of their communities. This role offers significant growth and advancement opportunities within one of the largest senior living organizations in America.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage the community in accordance with Owners/Board of Directors, Discovery Management Group, and relevant 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 businesses into the community, and effectively price the product to maximize top-line revenue growth and achieve appropriate market position.
• Develop an effective external business development strategy with clear accountabilities assigned, and be able to articulate results and adjust the plan accordingly to maximize referral leads and move-ins.
• Ensure the community complies with state regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain well-maintained, current, and compliant resident administrative files.
• Meet financial targets to maximize capital partners' return.
• Develop a thorough understanding of all operating programs including memory care, clinical, dining, and social programs.
• Prepare and adhere to the community budget.
• Achieve or exceed budgeted revenue by maximizing occupancy and room rates.
• Review monthly financial statements, 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 the financial goals established in the approved Operating Budget.

Qualifications

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

Why Join Us

Discovery Senior Living has earned Great Place to Work certification for 2025-2026. The company is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring that both residents and team members benefit from a supportive and dynamic work environment. Discovery Senior Living offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment.

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