Executive Director, Senior Living — Strategic Leader

Seaton Senior Living; Chalfont (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned wage access

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer match

Meals and uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Seaton Senior Living in Chalfont, PA is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for a vibrant senior living community. You will drive service excellence, financial performance, and resident engagement while representing the community externally and leading by example.

The role requires fostering collaboration across departments, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and guiding a dedicated team to deliver exceptional experiences for residents and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Hospitality, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of management experience, with at least 2 years as an Executive Director with recent private pay senior living.
• Must hold a Personal Care License in Pennsylvania for Assisted Living settings
• Proven success in census growth, operational leadership, and financial management
• Strong team leadership skills with experience in hiring, performance management, and coaching
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills
• Participation in on‑call schedule and Manager on Duty (MOD) coverage required

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with budgeted goals
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational and ownership standards
• Maintain full responsibility for community financials, budgets, and operational performance metrics
• Drive achievement of NOI, occupancy, and resident engagement targets
• Monitor and manage operating costs, labor, and collections in alignment with financial expectations
• Champion a resident-centered model of care that prioritizes service, dignity, and engagement
• Foster a supportive environment for residents, families, and team members alike
• Support all program areas—clinical, memory care, dining, and life enrichment—with functional oversight
• Hold regular Town Hall and/or Resident Council meetings, and ensure family communications and care plan reviews are consistent
• Provide visible leadership to department heads and community team members
• Hire, train, develop, and coach staff to achieve high performance and job satisfaction
• Implement policies and procedures that promote compliance, accountability, and professional growth
• Support an inclusive, collaborative, and performance-driven work culture
• Partner with the sales team to drive occupancy and maximize top-line revenue
• Contribute to pricing strategy and evaluate local market trends to maintain competitive positioning
• Cultivate and maintain relationships within the community to support lead generation and referrals
• Lead external business development strategy with clear accountabilities and measurable outcomes
• Ensure compliance with state AL/MC regulations, policies, and resident documentation
• Lead monthly “at-risk” meetings and family engagement efforts
• Oversee specialized programming (e.g., SHINE® Memory Care) to ensure effectiveness
• Ensure wellness and care plans are properly implemented and tracked

Skills

Team leadership

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Financial management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Hospitality, or related field

Job description

Seaton Senior Living in Chalfont, PA is seeking an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for a vibrant senior living community. You will drive service excellence, financial performance, and resident engagement while representing the community externally and leading by example.

The role requires fostering collaboration across departments, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and guiding a dedicated team to deliver exceptional experiences for residents and