Executive Director

Thrive Senior Living; Ormond Beach (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Senior Living in Ormond Beach, Florida is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead its Assisted Living and Memory Care community. This role involves ensuring an exceptional experience for residents and families while focusing on operational excellence and community culture.

The ideal candidate will have a strong executive presence, inspire trust, and promote a collaborative atmosphere among team members while demonstrating a passion for serving older adults.

Qualifications

• Previous Executive Director or Community President experience in senior living.
• Ability to obtain Florida Assisted Living Administrator license.
• Proven success in leading Assisted Living or Memory Care operations.
• Strong financial and operational management experience.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Passion for serving older adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for daily operations of the community.
• Coach and develop leadership team for collaboration and improvement.
• Foster a culture of hospitality and service excellence.
• Build relationships with residents and local community.
• Oversee financial performance and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial Management

Operational Management

Relationship Building

Education

Florida Assisted Living Administrator License

Job description

Aden Senior Living, operated by Thrive Senior Living, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Director (Community President) to lead our Assisted Living and Memory Care community. This role is responsible for creating an exceptional experience for residents, families, and team members while driving operational excellence, occupancy growth, financial performance, and a positive community culture.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven leader with strong executive presence who leads with confidence, integrity, and authenticity. They inspire trust, communicate effectively, make thoughtful decisions, and create an environment where residents, families, and team members thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for the daily operations of the community.
• Lead, coach, and develop an established leadership team while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Foster a community-wide culture of hospitality and service excellence that supports occupancy growth through exceptional resident and family experiences.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, referral partners, and the local community.
• Lead with purpose, visibility, and consistency while creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and engaged.
• Promote professional development, recognize team accomplishments, and cultivate a workplace where individuals and teams can succeed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state regulations and company standards.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, labor management, and expense control.

Qualifications

• Previous Executive Director, Community President, or Administrator experience in senior living.
• Florida Assisted Living Administrator license (or ability to obtain).
• Proven success leading Assisted Living and/or Memory Care operations.
• Strong financial and operational management experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for serving older adults and developing others.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Lead with confidence, integrity, and professionalism.
• Build trust through authentic relationships and effective communication.
• Develop and empower others while promoting accountability.
• Create a positive, engaging environment for residents, families, and team members.
• Balance strategic thinking with hands‑on leadership.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.