Executive Director - Senior Living

Clearwater Living; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Beautiful community in Santa Ana

Meaningful work

Collaborative environment

Excellent benefits

401k + company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Job summary

Clearwater Living is seeking an Executive Director for the North Tustin community in Santa Ana, CA. The role oversees day-to-day operations, ensuring top-quality care and financial stability, while building a collaborative, resident-centered team.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of leadership in senior living or healthcare, strong regulatory knowledge, and a degree in business/healthcare or related field. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a luxury community.

Qualifications

• Five to eight years of proven leadership experience in senior living or healthcare management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to drive results in a collaborative, resident-focused environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in senior living communities.
• Commitment to building and leading high-performing teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and experience supervising others in a senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environment.
• Current state/federal/local required certification or license to manage a community.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the senior living community operations.
• Ensure exceptional quality of care and service aligned with the needs of seniors and their families.
• Lead, develop, and motivate a dynamic, caring team to deliver outstanding resident experiences.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to promote a supportive and engaging environment.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and compliance to meet financial and regulatory goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in senior care services.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/healthcare or related field

Job description

Clearwater at North Tustin

is a luxury senior living community in Santa Ana that was thoughtfully designed to serve both seniors and the dedicated team supporting them. We are committed to creating exceptional experiences that honor your relevance, fostering an environment where both residents and staff thrive.

We welcome candidates with experience and a passion to make a difference in a senior's journey to aging.

Clearwater Living Team Members Enjoy Great Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $175,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year
• Opportunity to work in a beautiful, luxury senior living community in Santa Ana, CA
• Meaningful work impacting the lives of seniors and their families.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on personal and professional growth.
• Excellent benefits
• 401k + generous company match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days
• Culture of people first and service always

The Executive Director oversees and directs the day-to-day functions and efficient operations of the community, in accordance with all federal, state, local and licensing regulations, and all company policies and procedures. This role also ensures the highest quality of care for residents, while maintaining the community’s financial stability, and creating a harmonious working environment for all associates.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all aspects of the senior living community operations.
• Ensure exceptional quality of care and service aligned with the needs of seniors and their families.
• Lead, develop, and motivate a dynamic, caring team to deliver outstanding resident experiences.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to promote a supportive and engaging environment.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and compliance to meet financial and regulatory goals.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in senior care services.

Qualifications

• Five to eight years of proven leadership experience in senior living or healthcare management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for improving seniors’ lives.
• Ability to drive results in a collaborative and resident-focused environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in senior living communities.
• Commitment to building and leading high-performing teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare, nursing, or human services, or preferred or combination of education and experience supervising others in a senior living, healthcare, or hospitality environment
• Current state/federal/local required certification or license to manage a community

Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.