Executive Director

Viva Senior Living; Bentonville (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living is seeking an Executive Director to oversee operations and the welfare of residents in a licensed assisted living setting. The role requires a valid VA Administrator license, a minimum of two years of college, and at least three years in a supervisory capacity.

Candidates must be able to lead staff, coordinate care, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining a compassionate, patient‑centered approach to residents and families.

Qualifications

• Must meet licensing benchmarks and licensing requirements (VA Administrator license).
• Minimum two years of college education and at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English; uphold resident rights and standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents’ well‑being and health, coordinating care and supervising nursing staff.
• Maintain staffing levels and staff performance to meet regulatory and company standards.
• Lead by example, recruit top performers, and ensure compliance with state and federal regs.
• Prepare and file all paperwork required by social services, health dept, and regs.
• Respond to emergencies, participate in drills, and maintain confidentiality of health information.
• Promote high quality service in a compassionate environment for residents and families.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

English proficiency

Compassionate care

Education

Two years college education

Job description

Must Possess a Valid VA Administrator License

POSITION SUMMARY

• The essential functions of the job for the Executive Director requires, and may be amended from time to time at the sole discretion of Viva Senior Living to include, but are not limited to the following:
• Must meet all licensing requirements of the State of Pennsylvania, and Regulations for License of Assisted Living Facilities.
• Comply with standards of business conduct in accordance with federal, state, and local health and regulatory standards and guidelines, as applicable.
• Must have completed a minimum of two years college education.
• Must have a minimum of three years in a supervisory role.
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).

• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must maintain the highest standards in caring and servicing the needs of the residents and residents' family members and loves ones.
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Responsible for the general well-being and health of residents in the community.
• Responsible for ensuring the coordination of care and services to the residents, including general oversight of nursing and care staff.
• Ensures community models the organization’s core values in a way that reflects the best image for the greater communities we serve.
• Ensures community is always appropriately staffed with right personnel in right places.
• Actively seek out and reward top performers, while coaching others to improve.
• Ultimately responsible for all paperwork required by the Department of Social Services, Health Department, and corporate regulations.
• Participates in and conducts direct marketing in and around the community for residents, community services, and staff recruitment.
• Acts as the responsible party before, during, and after formal licensing inspections.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle (required driver).
• Arrive to work at the scheduled time.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
• Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Report work related injuries and illnesses immediately to your supervisor.
• As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.
• Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.
• Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Assists with evacuation of residents in an emergency situation
• Maintain confidentiality of Protected Health Information, including verbal, written and electronic communications.
• Report non-compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.
• Protect residents from abuse and cooperate with all investigations.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.
• Report any retaliation or discrimination to the Human Resource Director and the Compliance Officer.
• Fulfill individual responsibility to report any suspicion of a crime to law enforcement and the state agency.
• Performs other duties as requested.
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