Executive Director

The Claiborne - Corporate; Central (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee meals

Full benefits package

Job summary

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an Executive Director to lead a Central, Louisiana senior living community with full operational ownership. You will influence resident experience, develop high-performing teams, and partner with ownership and regional leadership.

This leadership role focuses on culture, performance, and compliance while driving occupancy and financial outcomes in a supportive, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare/administration or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of senior living or multi-department leadership experience.
• Proven track record of operational and financial management success.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance in senior living.
• Demonstrated ability to build and retain high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all management aspects of the senior living community, including care, finances, sales, and team development.
• Drive occupancy growth and implement strategic plans to meet census goals.
• Mentor and develop department leaders and staff.
• Foster a positive, performance-driven workplace culture built on accountability and compassion.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage budgets, expenses, and revenue to meet financial targets.
• Maintain relationships with residents, families, referral sources, and partners.
• Monitor KPIs and implement improvement action plans.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Financial management

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Strategic thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Claiborne Senior Living is seeking an experienced and driven Executive Director to lead and oversee the operations of our senior living community in Central, Louisiana!

This is more than an operations role — it is a leadership opportunity to shape culture, drive performance, and create an environment where residents thrive and team members grow.

If you take ownership of results, act with integrity in every decision, remain focused on excellence, and believe that culture truly matters, this may be your next leadership chapter.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Lead a senior living community with full operational ownership
• Influence resident experience, team development, and financial performance
• Partner directly with ownership and regional leadership
• Build a culture rooted in accountability, professionalism, and compassion
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all aspects of community operations, including resident care, financial performance, sales, and team development
• Drive occupancy growth and execute strategic plans to meet or exceed census goals
• Lead, mentor, and develop department leaders and team members
• Foster a positive, empowering, and performance-driven workplace culture
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Manage budgets, expenses, and revenue to achieve financial targets
• Maintain strong relationships with residents, families, referral sources, and community partners
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement action plans for continuous improvement
• Serve as the primary liaison between the community and ownership

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of senior living or multi-department leadership experience
• Proven track record of operational and financial management success
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance in senior living
• Demonstrated ability to build and retain high-performing teams
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment

Benefits

• Free employee meals
• Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, disability, and EAP

Claiborne Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.