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Executive Director - Senior Living Community at Better Living

Better Living Waterloo, IA

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionStart a meaningful career as an Executive Director with Apple Valley Place Charles City, A Better Living Community! Make a difference in someone's life every day. At Apple Valley Place Charles City, we lead with love—creating senior communities where purpose, dignity, and joy define every moment. Join a team grounded in compassion and hospitality, where your work truly elevates lives.Why Join Us?Personalized Care: We believe better care leads to better livingCompetitive Salary: $70,000–$80,000/year + credit for experienceSchedule: Monday–Friday | On-call responsibilities as neededSupportive Team: We invest in our team just like we invest in our residentsQuick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours What You’ll Do:Lead and support department heads across operations, care, dining, and maintenanceEnsure regulatory compliance and consistently exceed company care standardsFoster a culture of respect, excellence, and resident-centered serviceOversee budgets, staffing, and operational performance metricsDrive staff engagement, training, and retentionServe as the connection point for residents, families, staff, and corporate leadershipWhat You’ll Need:Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in healthcare, long-term care, or senior livingProven ability to lead and manage teams effectivelyStrong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skillsA passion for serving seniors and building strong team relationshipsBenefits Available to You: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanLife & AD&D InsuranceShort- & Long-Term DisabilitySupplemental Coverage: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital IndemnityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.Powered by JazzHRQvFIOPaLKz

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