Community Executive Director

Heritage Woods of 82nd Street; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision

EAP & wellness programs

401(k) with matching

Referral program

Paid time off

Job summary

Heritage Woods of 82nd Street seeks an Executive Director to lead a ground-up lease-up for a brand-new senior living community in Indianapolis. This founding leader will shape culture, operations, and resident experiences from day one, balancing mission with financial performance.

The role requires 3+ years in healthcare leadership in senior living, plus lease-up sales and marketing experience. Strong communication, mentoring, budgeting, and regulatory compliance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of healthcare leadership experience in senior living.
• Prior lease-up sales and marketing experience is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and inspire teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Community lease-up and overall operational launch from day one.
• Ensure quality, safety, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Oversee occupancy development in collaboration with marketing and sales teams.
• Provide hands-on supervision and empower staff to deliver high-quality resident care.

Skills

Leadership

Senior Living

Sales

Budgeting

Compliance

Communication

Mentoring

Interpersonal Skills

Education

RCA licensure

HFA licensure

Job description

We are seeking an Executive Director to lead our lease-up from the ground up: Heritage Woods of 82nd StreetAre you energized by a fast-paced launch environment? Bring our mission of Love, Compassion, and Dignity to life for the first residents and families who walk through our doors.This lease-up role offers the opportunity to shape a brand-new Community's culture and operations from day one - a great way to leave your mark as a founding leader.Responsibilities:Embraces innovative and inclusive approaches, displaying dedication to our mission and commitment to providing residents with exceptional and meaningful experiences that promote well-beingDevelops, implements, and executes quality assurance and performance improvement initiativesEngages with residents and family members in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction.Responsible for the overall management and financial performance of the CommunityProvides hands-on supervision and empowers team members to consistently deliver high-quality care for our residents.Actively nurtures a motivating environment that encourages collaborative problem-solving and aims to enhance the overall satisfaction of every team memberEnsures compliance with all relevant state and federal regulationsCollaborates with the marketing and sales team to strategically oversee and enhance occupancy developmentQualifications:3+ years experience in a healthcare leadership role. Senior Living experience preferredPrior sales and marketing experience for lease-up Community requiredRCA or HFA licensure required at applicable locationsExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesMust possess leadership and supervisory ability and the readiness to mentor, motivate, and inspire team membersExperience in effective budget management and strong understanding of financial statements and reportsDemonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to serve with love, compassion, and dignityBenefits:Advancement and professional growth opportunitiesComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packagesEAP & wellness programs401(k) with biweekly employer match*Outside-In Employee Referral ProgramIntentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off*Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)