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Executive Director

Distinctive Living
Gladstone, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

Executive Director | Senior Living

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact.

Distinctive Living is seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Director to lead our Copperwood senior living community.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a servant leader who is passionate about creating an outstanding resident experience, developing high-performing teams, and driving operational excellence. As Executive Director, you'll have the opportunity to shape the culture of the community while leading a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care and service.

At Distinctive Living, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to helping our leaders grow professionally while fostering a workplace where employees feel supported, empowered, and inspired to succeed.

Why Join Distinctive Living?

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) with Company Benefits

  • Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Professional growth and advancement opportunities

  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture

  • Certified Great Place to Work®

Position Summary

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership and daily operations of the community, ensuring exceptional resident care, employee engagement, regulatory compliance, financial performance, and occupancy growth. This leader serves as the face of the community while creating an environment where residents thrive and team members are empowered to do their best work.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Operations

  • Lead the overall operations of the community while ensuring exceptional service and resident satisfaction.

  • Inspire, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team and staff.

  • Foster a positive, resident-centered culture focused on compassion, accountability, and excellence.

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and company regulations and policies.

  • Oversee staffing, hiring, employee development, performance management, and retention.

Resident Experience

  • Promote an exceptional quality of life for residents through outstanding service and engagement.

  • Support resident satisfaction and retention initiatives.

  • Ensure resident admissions, assessments, documentation, and care processes are completed accurately and timely.

  • Partner with clinical leadership to maintain high standards of resident care and medication management.

Financial & Business Performance

  • Manage the community's operating and capital budgets.

  • Drive occupancy and revenue while maintaining financial accountability.

  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and control expenses.

  • Partner with Sales & Marketing to support census growth and community success.

Community Relations

  • Serve as the ambassador for the community by building strong relationships with residents, families, referral partners, and local organizations.

  • Represent Distinctive Living through networking, community events, and professional associations.

  • Promote a positive reputation within the local market.

Property Management

  • Ensure the community, grounds, and building are maintained to the highest standards.

  • Oversee preventative maintenance programs and routine property inspections to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

What We're Looking For

  • 2-4 years of leadership experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or a related industry.

  • Previous Executive Director or community leadership experience strongly preferred.

  • Demonstrated success leading teams, managing operations, and achieving occupancy and financial goals.

  • Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets and operational performance.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, employees, and community partners.

  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Gerontology, or a related field preferred.

  • Current state administrator licensure/certification, as required.

  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Why You'll Love This Role

As Executive Director, you'll have the opportunity to lead a community where your decisions directly impact the lives of residents, families, and employees. You'll be empowered to build an engaged team, drive meaningful results, and create an environment where people feel valued, supported, and at home.

If you're a compassionate, results-driven leader who is ready to make a difference while advancing your career with a growing organization, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and discover why Distinctive Living is a Certified Great Place to Work!

Salary : $175,000 - $200,000

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