CEO

PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER- BREWSTER PLACE, TOPEKA KANSAS

The Congregational Home, d/b/a/Brewster Place, a 501(c)(3) corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees, seeks an accomplished Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who is committed to take this trendsetting Continuing Care Retirement Community to even greater heights.

The new leader of Brewster Place, repeated recipient of awards such as the PEAK award and Best of Topeka, must be ready to provide leadership and implement Brewster Place’s mission and vision via a strong strategic plan.  Additionally, the CEO position is responsible for enhancing Brewster Place’s leading role in the realm of senior care which continues to change dramatically and enforce the guiding principles and policies established by the board of directors.  Candidates are expected to have strong leadership skills, broad experience in healthcare and the ability to build strong relationships within the community. Transforming the quality of life of its current and future residents through cutting edge programming and facilities, the President and CEO reports to a 15-member governing Board and works collaboratively with The Brewster Place Foundation, the Brewster at Home, LLC and its BrewsterConnect membership,  a stellar staff of 330 positions, and community partners to provide exceptional programming in state-of-the-art facilities spread over a 35-acre urban campus. Brewster Place operates on an annual $28 million operating budget; and in 2024 completed total renovation of our first and fifth floor of the Redwood building, as well as adding six luxury penthouse suites as a sixth floor. Total cost for this project was in excess of $18.5 million.  Prior to this, a $30 million capital project including an indoor pool, auditorium/event space seating 200 , new dining and kitchen facilities, large woodworking shop, enhanced exercise area and multi-level parking structure enjoyed by 350 residents was completed in 2020.  More information can be viewed on the webpage at brewsterliving.org.

Topeka, the state capital and third largest city in Kansas, is in the heart of Shawnee County where 125,000 Kansans call home.  Straddling the Kansas River, Topeka is a thriving seat of government, education, cultural events, and entrepreneurial spirit.  In 2017, Kiplinger Finance Magazine designated Topeka one of the top ten cities for the next decade. Neighborhoods, schools, civic and cultural activities, and economic incentives combine to make Topeka one of the best small metros in the United States with an overall cost of living averaging 18 percent below the national urban area average. There are 60,000 university students within a 60-mile radius of Topeka, including Topeka’s own Washburn University, Kansas University, Kansas State University and Emporia State University. The city draws young talent to make up a diverse and highly skilled workforce and add to its vibrancy and appeal. The arts are alive and well in Topeka with more than 20 galleries, performing and visual artist venues and the NOTO Arts District.  Topeka’s public library is world-class and the 2016 Library of the Year in the US and Canada, its zoo enjoys an international reputation, the annual Sunflower Music festival draws musicians from all over the world, and its parks and recreation services are stellar.

Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s preferred, Kansas Adult Care Home Administrator License or eligibility to attain such status within 1 year, demonstrated success in building essential relationships on and off the campus, competent leadership skills and working knowledge of budgeting and planning.  This position has a competitive salary with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications, and an excellent benefits package. It is preferred that the President and CEO reside in Shawnee County, Kansas.

Application Deadline: 

To be considered for employment, applicants must complete all four required components of the application process. Candidates are required to submit an application through our website at brewsterliving.com/careers. In addition, a cover letter, resume, and three professional references must be submitted separately via email to Josie Janssen, Director of Human Resources, at josie.janssen@brewsterliving.org. All documents should be submitted as Word or PDF attachments and addressed to Chuck Engel, Search Committee Chair.

Applications will be considered complete only upon receipt of all required materials. Applications will be accepted until midnight on February 4, 2026. The anticipated timeline is to select the new President & Chief Executive Officer by April 15, 2026, with an expected start date of June 8, 2026

Salary : $28