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Executive Director - Senior Living

HumanGood
Los Gatos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2026
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Description

At HumanGood, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live their best life. We’re looking for an Executive Director to advance that mission and lead our Terraces of Los Gatos community in Los Gatos, CA. This beautiful Life Plan Community has been named one of the Best Nursing Homes of 2021-2022 by U.S. News and World Report.

The Executive Director administers directives set forth by the Executive team, Board of Directors, and President of HumanGood; conducts affairs of the local Community in accordance with federal, state and local standards, laws and ordinances; manages and controls the functions of all departments of the retirement community to provide quality services within budgetary boundaries.

What You’ll Do

As Executive Director, you’ll be at the heart of The Terraces—overseeing daily operations, setting the tone for resident and team member experiences, and ensuring we deliver the highest level of service while meeting financial and operational goals. Typical responsibilities include:

  • Leading strategic planning to set goals for quality care, team member engagement, and financial performance.
  • Overseeing daily operations and guiding the work of all departments.
  • Recruiting, hiring, and training an engaged and compassionate team.
  • Developing and managing annual budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
  • Serving as a visible and approachable leader—building relationships with residents, families, and local partners.
  • Driving census development and marketing initiatives.
  • Ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards.
  • Acting as a mentor and role model for department leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

To be successful in this role, you should have the following:

We’re seeking a compassionate, mission-driven leader who brings strong operational expertise and a passion for service. You’ll thrive here if you balance big-picture vision with day-to-day execution and enjoy building connections with people.

  • At least 5 years of senior-level experience in senior living administration or related field.
  • Current NHA Certification (required for the Skilled Nursing department).
  • Current RCFE Certification—ability to act as licensed Administrator for Residential Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.
  • A bachelor’s degree in a related field (business, social work, gerontology, public administration, etc.); a master’s degree is strongly preferred.

What's in it for you?

As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living communities in California and one of the largest in the country, we are more than just a place to work. We are here to ensure that all we serve are provided with every opportunity to become their best selves as they define it, and this begins with YOU.

At HumanGood, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself on top of an incredible package of benefits and perks for our part-time and full-time Team Members that can add up to 40% of your base pay.

Full-Time Team Members Are Eligible For

  • 20 days of paid time off, plus 7 company holidays (increases with years of service)
  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
  • Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1st of the month following your start date
  • $25 Tax per line Cell Phone Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program
  • Find additional benefits here: www.HGcareers.org

Compensation: $180-210K base salary significant performance-based bonus

Salary : $180,000 - $210,000

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