Executive Director (Senior Living Community)

Discover Your Purpose with Us at Seaton Ocean Grove!

As

Executive Director , you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day. This community is located in the h istoric Jersey Shore community

with a strong identity and location appeal. This is an opportunity to lead an AL / MC community with corporate / regional support and clear success metrics.

Your Role :

As the Executive Director, your role includes providing strategic and operational leadership to ensure exceptional service, financial performance, and a vibrant community culture. You will represent the community externally, foster collaboration internally, and lead by example through clear communication, accountability, and compassionate leadership.

Position Highlights :

Status :

Full Time

Schedule : Monday–Friday, 9 : 00 a.m.–5 : 00 p.m.; on-call required; Manager-on-Duty rotation; minimal travel for regional / sales / corporate meetings and local business development

Location : Ocean Grove, NJ

Rate of Pay : $

135,000 – $145,000 Base with Annual Target Bonus up to 20%

tied to financial metrics / goals set by RDO

What You’ll Do :

Operational Leadership

Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with budgeted goals

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational and ownership standards

Maintain full responsibility for community financials, budgets, and operational performance metrics

Drive achievement of NOI, occupancy, and resident engagement targets

Monitor and manage operating costs, labor, and collections in alignment with financial expectations

Customer-Focused Culture

Champion a resident-centered model of care that prioritizes service, dignity, and engagement

Foster a supportive environment for residents, families, and team members alike

Support all program areas—clinical, memory care, dining, and life enrichment—with functional oversight

Hold regular Town Hall and / or Resident Council meetings, and ensure family communications and care plan reviews are consistent

Team & Talent Development

Provide visible leadership to department heads and community team members

Hire, train, develop, and coach staff to achieve high performance and job satisfaction

Implement policies and procedures that promote compliance, accountability, and professional growth

Support an inclusive, collaborative, and performance-driven work culture

Business Development & Sales Strategy

Partner with the sales team to drive occupancy and maximize top-line revenue

Contribute to pricing strategy and evaluate local market trends to maintain competitive positioning

Cultivate and maintain relationships within the community to support lead generation and referrals

Lead external business development strategy with clear accountabilities and measurable outcomes

Assisted Living / Memory Care (as applicable)

Ensure compliance with state AL / MC regulations, policies, and resident documentation

Lead monthly “at-risk” meetings and family engagement efforts

Oversee specialized programming (e.g., SHINE® Memory Care) to ensure effectiveness

Ensure wellness and care plans are properly implemented and tracked

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Hospitality, or related field (preferred)

Minimum 3 years of management experience, with at least 2 years as an Executive Director in senior living (AL / MC / IL)

CALA license required

Medicaid experience

preferred

(not required)

Tools / Software experience with

Aline, ECP, Vitals, Power BI, OnShift, Aptex, Paychex, TELS or like systems desired.

Proven success in census growth, operational leadership, and financial management

Strong team leadership skills with experience in hiring, performance management, and coaching

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Experience with Medicaid (a plus, depending on state)

Manager on Duty (MOD) coverage required on evenings / weekends

Why Join Us?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positions

Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents first

Join a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voice

Build meaningful connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved ones

Benefits You’ll Enjoy :

Competitive wages

Early access to earned wages before payday!

Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours

Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)

Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)

401(K) with employer match

Paid training

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Meals and uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6,500 residents nationwide.

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. EOE D / V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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