Executive Director

Morningside of Gastonia•Gastonia, NC

28d•Onsite

About The Position

TerraBella Senior Living proudly serves thousands of residents and families offering a full range of lifestyle and care options including Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short-term Respite. With a foundation rooted in purpose, hospitality, and connection, TerraBella fosters communities where both residents and Team Members thrive. As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in America, TerraBella communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At TerraBella, culture, growth, and heart define who we are. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career. TerraBella Senior Living of Gastonia is located in the growing Gastonia community with convenient access from Charlotte, this leadership role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors while enjoying an easy commute from the city's larger metropolitan area. As the Assisted Living Director of Health and Wellness, you'll lead a dedicated clinical team, build meaningful relationships with residents and families, and help shape a culture of compassionate, high-quality care. It's an excellent opportunity for an experienced nursing leader seeking professional growth, work-life balance, and the chance to make a difference every day. $5,000 Sign On bonus payable half at 30 days and half at 90 days. TerraBella Senior Living is looking for a Executive Director to join our community. Does working for the leader in the Senior Housing industry sound like the professional challenge you are seeking? TerraBella Senior Living offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. Employees are encouraged to take responsibility for their own careers. You'll be working with incredible individuals with boundless creativity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Hospitality, Hospital Administration, or Health related field.
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.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the operation and management of the community in accordance with the standards and guidelines of the Owners/Board of Directors, Discovery Management Group, and federal/state/local laws and regulations.
Communicates and models a clear, customer focused vision, based upon a resident centered model of care.
Demonstrates the ability to identify and build relationships within the local area that drives businesses into the community, as well as effectively price the product, thereby maximizing top-line revenue growth and achieves appropriate market position.
Ensures the community has an effective external business development strategy in place, with clear accountabilities assigned, is able to articulate results and adjust plan accordingly to maximize referral leads and move-ins.
Develops a thorough working knowledge of state regulations, policies and procedures dictated for residents; ensures compliance.
Ensures all resident administrative files are well maintained, current and in compliance with state regulations.
Meets the financial targets with the goal to maximize capital partners’ return.
Functional knowledge of all operating programs including memory care, clinical, dining and social programs.
Prepares, adheres to the community budget.
Ensures budgeted revenue is achieved or exceeded by maximizing occupancy and room rate.
Reviews monthly financial statements, implements plans of action for deficiencies.
Manages key, non-labor operating costs in line with budgeted levels.
Processes and submits monthly expenses and budget data timely per policies and internal business controls.
Meets NOI and occupancy expectations.
Oversees all departments, maintaining full responsibility for efficient operations and compliance with the financial goals established in the approved Operating Budget.