Executive Director

Senior Living Residences; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DEI Initiatives

Generous bonus program

Retail discounts

Health Reimbursement Account

Tuition rewards program

Reduced meal costs

Professional development programs

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Senior Living Residences in Ridgefield, Connecticut is seeking an Executive Director to oversee all operational aspects of the assisted living community. The position entails maximizing occupancy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing associates in a compassionate environment.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of senior healthcare experience and a commitment to upholding high standards. This salaried position offers a competitive annual salary starting at $110,000, with additional bonuses available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of senior healthcare experience; professional licensure in related healthcare field preferred.
• Commitment to SLR's Right Values and ethical principles.
• Demonstrated responsibility and integrity with strong follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Maximize gross revenue and net operating income by achieving full occupancy.
• Oversee financial health and smooth operation of the community.
• Develop knowledge of assisted living regulations.

Skills

Senior healthcare experience

Teamwork

Trustworthiness

Professionalism

Communication

Technical Ability

Knowledge of Alzheimer's Disease

Job description

Overview

Ridgefield, Connecticut
Ridgefield Station is professionally managed by Senior Living Residences, which maintains an exceptional reputation among families and professionals for providing quality care and innovative programs that enhance quality of life for residents while upholding high industry standards. Our associates’ commitment to the “Right Values” philosophy establishes and maintains a position of excellence, respect, and trustworthiness in the senior housing industry. Working in the assisted living field requires compassion and integrity; our most successful associates view their role as an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors.

Ridgefield Station’s caring and compassionate leadership team creates an atmosphere of respect, operational excellence, and meaningful engagement with our senior residents. Our associates appreciate a safe, home-like, and engaging work environment. Ridgefield Station is located at 55 Old Quarry Road, Ridgefield, CT.

Schedule

Full Time: salaried position with on-call responsibilities and rotating weekend on-duty

Pay & Benefits

Annual salary starting at $110,000, with a comprehensive sales bonus structure offering the ability to make an additional $30,000 - $50,000+ per year.

Benefits

• DEI Initiatives – A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and/or residents (up to $2,500)
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and more
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Nationwide tuition rewards program
• Reduced meal costs during shifts at the community
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

What will you be doing?

Our community offers 98 thoughtfully designed apartments in a warm, welcoming setting. The Executive Director (ED) has primary responsibility for all operational aspects of the community, including achieving full occupancy, ensuring financial performance and regulatory compliance, and managing associates. The ED oversees activities related to providing assisted living accommodations (as applicable), ensuring services are provided in a manner aligned with the highest standards to meet the goals and mission of SLR and the Community. The ED develops a relationship of trust and care with residents, families, associates, and professional referral sources, and maintains a safe and secure environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

• Responsible for maximizing gross revenue and net operating income of the Community by achieving and maintaining full occupancy.
• Oversee the financial health and smooth operation of the community by managing all business functions.
• Develop an in-depth working knowledge of assisted living regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
• Lead the team in a way that upholds SLR’s commitment to “Valuing Associates".
• Participate in Manager-on-Duty (MOD) rotation and oversee participation of all managers for weekend/holiday coverage.

Requirements

• 5+ years of senior healthcare experience; professional licensure in related healthcare field preferred.
• Teamwork – Promote a positive team spirit and a culture of cooperation, openness, enthusiasm, customer service, and growth.
• Trustworthiness – Demonstrate responsibility and integrity with strong follow-through on commitments.
• Professionalism – Provide leadership; handle pressure and emergencies with respect and effective project management.
• Communication – Interact clearly and effectively with openness to others’ ideas; demonstrate patience, tact, and positive energy.
• Technical Ability – Comfortable with technology and using it to communicate with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, dementias, and behavior management techniques, and a genuine desire to work with cognitively impaired residents.
• Committed to SLR’s Right Values and ethical principles that guide SLR and the Community.

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Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all job applicants and our associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s and resident’s experiences, perspectives, and identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment. SLR is Platinum through SAGECare’s LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.