Executive Director

American Senior Communities; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

PTO & holiday pay

Referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education support

Employee assistance program

Job summary

American Senior Communities seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead Valparaiso Care and Rehab. This role balances strategic leadership with compassionate, resident‑centered care.

The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, oversee budget and census growth, and ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines while fostering teamwork with staff, residents, and families.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed Administrator (HFA).
• Experience in health, human services and/or community services field.
• Willing to work varying hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational and clinical performance at Valparaiso Care and Rehab.
• Balance budget, census development and revenue growth with cost control.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State guidelines and resident safety.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Compliance knowledge

Financial acumen

Communication

Job description

Executive Director Opportunity at Valparaiso Care and Rehab

(Indiana HFA Required)

American Senior Communities is seeking an experienced, licensed Executive Director to lead the Team at Valparaiso Care and Rehab. This role requires a strategic, people-focused professional that can balance operational excellence and compassionate leadership.

Skills Required

• Leadership and Management: Knowledge of clinical and non-clinical operations in skilled nursing including QAPI, performance metrics, outcome management, crisis management and problem solving. The ability to plan and execute staff recruitment, retention, and team development while inspiring, motivating and holding teams accountable.
• Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of Federal and State guidelines. Advocate for resident rights, safety, and quality standards. Deep understanding of risk management and compliance monitoring.
• Financial Acumen: Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid and Insurance reimbursement and management. The champion and leader of revenue growth and census development as well as budget development, oversight, cost control and resource allocation.
• Communication and Relationship Building: The ability to build trust with residents, families, staff and community partners. Skilled at handling sensitive and emotional situations with empathy.

Requirements

• Must be licensed Administrator (HFA).
• Must have experience in health, human services and/or community services field.
• Must be available to work varying hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Benefits And Perks Include

• Medical, vision & dental insurance with Telehealth option
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Lucrative employee referral bonus program
• Paid training, skills certification & career development support
• Tuition reimbursement and certification reimbursement
• Continued education opportunities through tuition discounts and program partnerships
• Employee assistance program & wellness support
• Retail, food & entertainment discounts and so much more
• Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., but they are also our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly served our customers since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Team members within each of our 100+ American Senior Communities take great pride in our Hoosier hospitality roots, and it is ingrained in everything we do. As leaders in senior care, we are not just doing a job, but following a calling.