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Executive Director (Senior Living)

Health Dimensions Group
Ellendale, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/2/2027

Join Our Team as an Executive Director - Assisted Living!

Are you a passionate senior living leader with a proven ability to drive operational excellence, financial performance, and exceptional resident experiences? Health Dimensions Group is seeking an Executive Director to oversee the leadership and operations in our managed Assisted Living/Memory Care senior living community located in Ellendale MN.


Why Health Dimensions Group?

At Health Dimensions Group, we’re all about making lives better—whether it’s for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that’s you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor®, and we bring those values to life every single day.

Now, let’s talk about YOU and why you’ll love this opportunity.

What You’ll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers)

Lead & Inspire Community Operations

  • Provide leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations of the 33-bed community, ensuring high standards of resident care and service

  • Build strong relationships with residents, families, team members, and community partners

  • Lead, mentor, and support department leaders to foster accountability, collaboration, and professional growth

  • Cultivate a culture centered on teamwork, transparency, and resident-focused service

Drive Financial & Business Performance

  • Develop and manage operating budgets for both communities

  • Monitor census trends, occupancy performance, and revenue goals

  • Drive admissions strategy and support census growth initiatives

  • Oversee labor management, expense control, and operational efficiencies

Ensure Clinical & Regulatory Excellence

  • Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations and licensing requirements

  • Ensure continuous survey readiness

  • Lead Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives

  • Partner closely with clinical leadership to maintain high standards of resident care and safety

Strengthen Employee & Resident Engagement

  • Promote employee engagement, retention, and professional development

  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment

  • Monitor resident satisfaction and proactively address concerns to enhance community experience

Enhance Marketing & Community Presence

  • Support sales and marketing initiatives to maintain strong occupancy

  • Develop relationships with local referral sources, healthcare partners, and community organizations

  • Evaluate market trends and identify opportunities for growth and increased community visibility

What You Bring to the Table (Besides Your Passion for Senior Care)

Educational & Professional Background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare, Gerontology, or related field required

  • ALD license, or ability to obtain

Leadership & Operational Expertise

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as an Executive Director or Administrator in senior living or long-term care

  • Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, census growth, and operational oversight

  • Working knowledge of state and federal regulations governing senior living communities

Strategic Leadership Skills

  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication abilities

  • Ability to drive operational performance while maintaining a resident-focused culture

Perks & Benefits (Because You Deserve It!)

  • Competitive compensation and KPI-related bonus opportunity

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off & volunteer time off

  • Tuition reimbursement & professional development opportunities

  • Flexible scheduling options

  • Pet insurance & adoption assistance

  • Wage range posted includes base salary with an additional 22% annual bonus based on Key Performance Indicators.

Salary : $85,400 - $103,700

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