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Era Living

Executive Director

seattle, WA

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Era Living lists this Executive Director opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

$120,000 - $140,000 annually | Unique Opportunity! Great Benefits!

Era Living is seeking an Executive Director to become the newest member of our Senior Leadership team. We are offering a unique opportunity to manage one of our premier, high occupancy communities – Aljoya Thornton Place. Aljoya Thornton Place offers a blend of high-end style, local flair, and exceptional care services in a beautiful retirement community. With high occupancy and low staff turnover, this is a dream job for an experienced senior housing leader!

Competitive Compensation and a Complete Benefits Package including:

Medical/vision/prescription drug plan

Dental plan

Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance

Long-Term Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care

401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement)

Progressive vacation package starting at 15 days per year

8 paid holidays per year

1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked

Employee Assistance Program

Leadership bonuses

Longevity bonuses

Employee discount programs

Discounted ORCA commuter pass

Primary Responsibilities:

The Executive Director is a full-time role responsible for providing 24-hour leadership and direction for overall community operations, ensuring delivery of quality care and resident-centered services in accordance with company policies and governing regulations. This role actively manages hospitality and service delivery goals for the community establishing a strategic plan to meet the financial objectives. As the Executive Director, you will lead the community, implementing organizational goals, fostering positive relationships with staff and residents, and promoting Era Living’s mission, philosophy, and values in all internal and external interactions.

Responsible for all aspects of the sales and marketing department including participating as an individual contributor ensuring that the community census goals are met and maintained.

Ensures compliance of programs and facilities with regulatory agencies (city, state and federal). Stays informed and monitors standards and compliance.

Provides leadership in developing and implementing systems for efficient and comprehensive service/care.

Participates in state and national organizations instrumental in developing and giving guidance to long term care programs, policies and legislation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proven success in a management role including: Supervision of staff

Fiscal responsibility

A thorough understanding of business strategies

Proven knowledge of personnel and business administration, public relations, and community based long-term care

Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all residents, employees, family members, senior management, and visitors

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple projects

Good judgment and problem solving skills

Sensitivity to the needs and concerns of older adults

Ability to maintain resident and Era Living confidentiality

Computer literacy with experience using Word and Excel

Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Ability to pass DSHS background check, required

Education and Experience:

5 years' experience in Operations Management in retirement-living, assisted-living or related hospitality industries, required.

Bachelor's degree (health-related, business, or gerontology field), preferred.

Must have current certification as specified by state agency or ability to obtain certification within state agency guidelines: Able to meet the requirements of the WAC (Washington Administrative Code) outlined in 388-78A-2520

Caregiver Dementia & Mental Health Manager Training or able to obtain within three months of hire

Fundamentals of Care or Home Care Aide certification or able to obtain within three months of hire

About Era Living:

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication,

Era Living was voted “2023/2024/2025 Winner: Best in the Pacific Northwest – Senior Community” by the Seattle Times.

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Worksite address

seattle, WA, 98127, US

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