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Executive Director - Senior Living

Aviva Senior Living
Canton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025
Executive Director for AL/MC Community in Canton, Ohio

We are looking for an experienced ED to create a culture of teamwork to care for our residents and operate this AL/MC community efficiently. This delightful 81-unit assisted living and memory care property is located in the heart of Canton and has been recently renovated.

We Need a Strong Leader Who Will Focus On

  • The recruitment, training, and retention of talent of both leadership and operations staff.
  • Financial management, requiring skills in managing budgets as well as capital expenditures.
  • Resident satisfaction to attract and retain our valued residents.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with all state regulations, surveys, Medicaid Waiver requirements, and industry standards.
  • Oversee care quality, safety practices, and incident reporting to maintain a high-performing clinical environment.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and collaboration across all departments.
  • Conduct regular leadership meetings, performance reviews, and coaching to develop staff into future leaders.
  • Promote a positive, service-driven workplace that aligns with AVIVA’s mission and values.

We are incentivizing this position with not only a strong base salary and great benefits, but also a bonus that will reward your hard work and efforts to optimize this community’s potential.

Expertise Required

Leadership: to oversee, encourage, and mentor the staff including sales, nursing, activities, dining, maintenance and housekeeping.

Sales: to direct and be a part of the sales and marketing team, accountable for results including referral development and external relationship development.

Business attitude: to understand that you are running a big business and will be held responsible for its financial and operational performance. And you will be rewarded accordingly.

Compassion and care: to deal with families and residents to ensure the well-being of residents and peace of mind for families.

Communication: Strong ability to communicate, network with the community and healthcare providers, and conduct family meetings, addressing concerns and building trust with residents and all internal and external stakeholders

Experience Required

  • At least five years in a leadership role in the senior-living industry preferred; would consider hospitality or other career paths
  • Hands-on experience in financial management, budget preparation, cash flow management.

Experience with Medicaid Waiver a plus. This role is ideal for a highly motivated, hands-on leader who understands the balance between compassionate care, operational excellence, and business performance. Aviva Hills is positioned for significant growth, and the right Executive Director will have the opportunity to make a measurable impact on residents, families, and the long-term success of the community.

AVIVA Senior Living is a national senior-living operator, certified a “Great Place To Work” and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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