Executive Director - Senior Living Experience Required

HDG•Beaver Dam, WI

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Executive Director! ðð¡ Are you a passionate leader with a track record of excellence in senior living operations? Health Dimensions Group is seeking a Executive Director to oversee the daily operations, financial performance, and quality of care in one of our managed communities. If you're ready to drive operational success while ensuring an exceptional resident experience, we want YOU on our team! At Health Dimensions Group we’re all about making lives better—whether it’s for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that’s you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor® , and we bring those values to life every single day. Now, let’s talk about YOU and why you’ll love this role:

Requirements

Educational & Professional Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare, Gerontology, or a related field required. Must be licensed as a Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD) in the state of the managed community.
Proven Leadership & Operational Expertise: Minimum 2 years of experience as an Executive Director or Administrator in senior living or long-term care. Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, census development, and expense control. Extensive knowledge of federal and state regulations related to senior care communities.
Strategic & Analytical Thinker: Ability to develop and execute operational strategies to drive business performance. Experience with quality improvement, risk management, and survey preparation.
Strong Communication & Team Building Skills: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills to engage residents, families, and employees. Ability to mentor, motivate, and inspire leadership teams to achieve success.
Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Willingness to travel as needed to support operational initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead & Inspire Community Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the managed community, ensuring high-quality resident care and compliance with state and federal regulations. Develop and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, employees, and external stakeholders. Provide leadership and mentorship to the community leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
Drive Financial & Business Performance: Develop and execute budget management strategies, ensuring financial goals are met while maintaining excellent service standards. Manage occupancy and revenue development, including census growth and strategic admissions. Optimize labor management, expense controls, and operational efficiencies.
Ensure Clinical & Regulatory Compliance: Lead Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives to enhance resident outcomes. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, licensing requirements, and survey readiness. Work with clinical leadership to maintain high-quality standards and clear all surveys on the first revisit.
Enhance Employee & Resident Satisfaction: Drive employee engagement, training, and retention to maintain a strong, motivated workforce. Monitor resident satisfaction, address concerns proactively, and foster a welcoming, vibrant community. Partner with regional teams to implement best practices for operational and clinical excellence.
Strengthen Marketing & Community Presence: Develop and execute sales and marketing strategies to maintain strong occupancy rates. Represent the community as a healthcare leader, engaging with local organizations and referral sources. Analyze local market trends to identify opportunities for business growth.