Executive Director — New Columbus Senior Living Community

Silver Birch Living; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work Certification

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

On-Demand Pay

Career growth

Community-building from day one

Job summary

Silver Birch Living is opening Silver Birch of Columbus in 2027 and seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead pre-opening, opening, and ongoing operations. You will recruit and develop the team, establish strong practices, and create a culture where residents and staff thrive.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, lease-up success, financial stewardship, and community relations with families and referral partners. A passion for affordable senior care is essential.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience as an Executive Director or Administrator in assisted living or long-term care.
• Strong knowledge of Ohio assisted living regulations.
• Demonstrated success in lease-up and occupancy growth.
• The ability to recruit, develop, and retain a strong team.
• Strong communication, financial management, and operational skills.
• Initiative, sound judgment, and comfort managing the changing priorities of a new community.
• A passion for serving seniors and expanding access to affordable assisted living.
• Ohio Nursing Home Administrator license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a successful opening: Coordinate pre-opening priorities, meet key milestones, and prepare the community to welcome its first residents.
• Build and develop your team: Recruit, coach, and support leaders and team members who share our commitment to service.
• Create a positive culture: Set clear expectations, recognize contributions, and build accountability, trust, and teamwork.
• Champion resident care: Partner with clinical leadership to deliver quality care, support resident well-being, and maintain compliance with applicable Ohio regulations.
• Grow occupancy: Work with Sales & Marketing to build referral relationships, support prospective residents and families, and achieve lease-up goals.
• Manage community performance: Oversee daily operations, staffing, budgets, and financial results.
• Build community connections: Develop relationships with families, referral partners, and local organizations.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Lease-up experience

Team development

Financial management

Strategic planning

Seniors care passion

Job description

Silver Birch Living is opening Silver Birch of Columbus in 2027 and seeks an experienced Executive Director to lead pre-opening, opening, and ongoing operations. You will recruit and develop the team, establish strong practices, and create a culture where residents and staff thrive.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, lease-up success, financial stewardship, and community relations with families and referral partners. A passion for affordable senior care is essential.