Executive Director

Heritage Communities

$90K — $120K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in assisted living or similar healthcare environments.
  • Active Assisted Living Administrator license (or ability to obtain promptly).
  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Hospitality, or a related field preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing budgets and interpreting financial statements.
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Familiarity with office and industry-specific software (e.g., EHR/EMR, CRM).
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Strong dedication to serving seniors and adherence to core values.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily community operations to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
  • Manage the community's budget and financial health effectively.
  • Drive occupancy and census goals through outreach and partnerships.
  • Refine operational policies to improve efficiency and resident satisfaction.
  • Ensure facility management supports a safe and welcoming environment.
  • Lead and mentor a diverse team to promote a high-performing culture.
  • Champion a resident-first approach to service and care.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement plan options with employer matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • Professional development and continuing education reimbursement.
  • Employee discounts and wellness programs.
Full Job Description
Description

What You'll Do:

As an Executive Director, you will be the operational leader of the community, directly impacting the lives of our residents and the success of our team by:

  • Driving Operational Excellence & Strategic Growth:
    • Overseeing daily community operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and all state/federal regulations.
    • Managing the community's annual budget and P&L, ensuring efficient resource allocation and financial health.
    • Driving census and occupancy goals via community outreach, marketing, and referral partner development.
    • Implementing and refining operational policies to enhance efficiency, care quality, and resident satisfaction.
    • Overseeing facility management to ensure a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment.
  • Exercising Team Leadership & Development:
    • Leading, mentoring, and developing a multi-departmental team, fostering a positive, high-performing work culture.
    • Overseeing staff recruitment, development, performance management, and engagement.
  • Ensuring Resident & Family Centered Care:
    • Championing a resident-first philosophy, ensuring high-quality, individualized resident services and compassionate care.
    • Acting as primary contact for residents and families, ensuring proactive communication and resolution of concerns.
    • Overseeing the development and implementation of innovative resident activity and wellness programs.
  • Fostering Community Engagement & Representation:
    • Building and maintaining strong relationships with local healthcare providers, community organizations, and key stakeholders.
    • Representing Heritage Communities positively and professionally at community events and in all external interactions.
    • Communicating community vision, updates, and successes to all stakeholders (staff, residents, families, corporate).


Requirements

What We're Looking For:
  • 3+ years of progressive team leadership experience, preferably in assisted living, senior living, or a related healthcare setting.
  • Active Assisted Living Administrator license/certification (or the ability to obtain one promptly).
  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Hospitality, or a related field (preferred).
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and understand financial statements.
  • Strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and decision-making.
  • Proficiency with common office and industry-specific software (e.g., EHR/EMR, CRM, Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • A genuine passion for serving seniors and a commitment to our core values.

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