Executive Director

Shalom Gardens Senior Living•Henrico, VA

40d•Onsite

About The Position

Shalom Gardens Senior Living and Parkside Senior Living are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Executive Director to lead their senior living communities in Richmond, Virginia. This leadership position requires an accomplished leader who understands the unique demands of assisted living and can balance exceptional resident care, financial performance, regulatory compliance, occupancy growth, and employee engagement. The Executive Director will provide leadership and operational oversight while fostering a positive, resident-centered environment where employees feel supported and residents receive exceptional care.

Requirements

Valid Virginia Assisted Living Administrator license or other qualifying credential as required by applicable state regulations.
3–5 years of leadership experience in Assisted Living, Senior Living, Long-Term Care, or a related healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of Virginia Assisted Living regulations, licensing requirements, and compliance standards.
Demonstrated experience managing facility operations, departmental budgets, staffing, and employee performance.
Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of resident care and operational performance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
Previous experience as an Executive Director or Assisted Living Administrator.
Experience overseeing multiple senior living communities.
Demonstrated success in occupancy development, financial management, and employee retention.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across both communities, ensuring exceptional standards of care, service, safety, and operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with Virginia Assisted Living regulations, licensing requirements, company policies, and applicable healthcare standards.
Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop department managers and staff while promoting accountability, teamwork, and employee retention.
Develop and oversee operating budgets, monitor financial performance, control expenses, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
Drive occupancy initiatives, develop referral relationships, and strengthen each community's reputation.
Build meaningful relationships with residents and families while ensuring their needs, concerns, and expectations are addressed.
Lead quality improvement initiatives, maintain survey readiness, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
Partner with regional leadership, healthcare professionals, and community stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.