Senior Community Executive Director

About the Role

Health Dimensions Group is seeking an Executive Director to oversee the leadership and operations at Morning Star Village, our 75-bed RCAC and CBRF managed community in Rockford, Illinois. In this key leadership role, you'll oversee resident wellness, inspire and mentor a dedicated clinical team, ensure regulatory excellence, and help create an environment where residents can thrive.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Inspire Community Operations
  • Provide leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations of the community, ensuring high standards of resident care and service
  • Build strong relationships with residents, families, team members, and community partners
  • Lead, mentor, and support department leaders to foster accountability, collaboration, and professional growth
  • Cultivate a culture centered on teamwork, transparency, and resident-focused service
• Drive Financial & Business Performance
  • Develop and manage operating budgets for both communities
  • Monitor census trends, occupancy performance, and revenue goals
  • Drive admissions strategy and support census growth initiatives
  • Oversee labor management, expense control, and operational efficiencies
• Ensure Clinical & Regulatory Excellence
  • Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations and licensing requirements
  • Ensure continuous survey readiness
  • Lead Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
  • Partner closely with clinical leadership to maintain high standards of resident care and safety
• Strengthen Employee & Resident Engagement
  • Promote employee engagement, retention, and professional development
  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment
  • Monitor resident satisfaction and proactively address concerns to enhance community experience
• Enhance Marketing & Community Presence
  • Support sales and marketing initiatives to maintain strong occupancy
  • Develop relationships with local referral sources, healthcare partners, and community organizations
  • Evaluate market trends and identify opportunities for growth and increased community visibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare, Gerontology, or related field required
• CBRF Administrator license, or ability to complete required certification
• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Executive Director or Administrator in senior living or long-term care settings
• Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, census growth, and operational oversight
• Working knowledge of Illinois state and federal regulations governing senior living communities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication abilities
• Ability to drive operational performance while maintaining a resident-focused culture

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and KPI-related bonus opportunity
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off & volunteer time off
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Pet insurance & adoption assistance

Pay

Wage range posted includes base salary with an additional 22% annual bonus based on Key Performance Indicators.