Executive Director

Executive Director

At MBK Senior Living, we're committed to putting people first - our residents and team members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our day-to-day. And it's all powered by Yoi Shigoto, a Japanese concept that translates to "good, quality work." It's more than a mantra. It's part of our company-wide commitment to build trust, set high standards, and develop potential in ourselves and others!

Whether you're looking for a flexible, part-time job or the pathway to a lasting career, you'll find it here at MBK Senior Living-and a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team, you'll enjoy:

-Impacting lives and building lasting relationships

-Executing exceptional signature programs in dining, fitness, wellness, and care

-A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your

success

-A fun-filled, energetic environment that's centered in hospitality and high-quality service

-Competitive salaries

-Professional development, training, and personal coaching through our Mentor, Buddy, and Executive

Director in Training Programs

-Education loan assistance & scholarships

-Financial and legal services

-Team Member discounts

-Health and Wellness resources

Full-time benefits include:

-Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k matching up to 4%

-Childcare and eldercare assistance

-Flexible spending accounts

If you're looking for a place where you can make an impact, find purpose and joy, and receive the training, tools, and support to reach your career goals - look no further, apply today!

Job Description
Salary: $140,000-$150,000 + Annual Bonus + Sign-On Bonus

Job Summary:

The Executive Director is a visionary leader, championing a culture of compassion, respect, and resident-centered care, all while fostering a community that is known for innovative resident programming, high performing teams, and upholding MBK values and principles. The ED has full profit and loss responsibility, overseeing and directing day-to-day functions and maximizing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local and licensing regulations, and Company policies and procedures. This role ensures residents receive the highest quality of care and the staff is engaged and supported, while maintaining the community's financial stability, and creating a safe and harmonious working and living environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Interview, hire, train, directly/indirectly supervise, set performance goals and timelines, monitor and evaluate performance, provide coaching for development and manage disciplinary actions for all Department Directors and their line staff to ensure teams are performing at their best and able to support residents' interests.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic plan to achieve community goals related to occupancy, resident satisfaction, financial performance and a safe and supportive environment for residents and staff.
• Implement immediate and effective solutions to critical operational challenges, ensuring rapid stabilization and continuity of high-quality resident care and staff performance.
• Oversee day-to-day functions of the community, including planning, organizing, implementing, and controlling efficient operations while maintaining knowledge of and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and Company policies.
• Drives operational excellence by ensuring full compliance and consistent execution with MBK's established policies, procedures, and standards, championing initiatives that promote accountability and a uniform resident and employee experience.
• Serve as a central hub of support and expertise for all community departments, providing strategic guidance and hands-on assistance to ensure seamless, integrated operations across care, dining, activities, and maintenance.
• Proactively identify and escalate urgent issues, mobilizing cross function teams and resources to mitigate risks and prevent negative impacts on residents and community.
• Inform necessary parties timely of incidents in adherence to the Reportable Event Guidelines/Grid.
• Consult with department directors to develop and implement departmental policies and procedures, fostering a culture of interdepartmental collaboration by breaking down silos and promoting shared accountability for resident well-being and satisfaction.
• Lead strategic initiatives and spearhead significant changes to operational protocols, resident programming, and staff development, directly influencing the community's long-term success and reputation.
• Analyze and assess key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational data to proactively identify opportunities and trends, make data-driven decisions, champion the adoption of new best practices and delegate necessary corrective action implementation to Department Directors to elevate the standards of care and service and improve overall resident satisfaction.
• Ensure that residents' physical, mental, and emotional needs are met, and that their level of care aligns with community licensure.
• Facilitate resident engagement by ensuring access to community programs, activities, and events, including arranging transportation when needed.

• Regularly engage with residents and families to gather feedback, identify areas for improvement, address concerns, and determine satisfaction levels.
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales to develop and execute a strategic sales plan, actively marketing the property within the local community to drive occupancy, assessing market threats and opportunities, and implementing referral initiatives and occupancy strategies to meet goals and establish a resident high demand waitlist.

• Manage all aspects of community operations, finances, and reporting, including budget management, expenditure approval and accurate financial record maintenance (i.e., billing and accounts payable).
• Maintain in-depth knowledge and understanding of industry trends, best practices and legislative changes that may impact community operations.
• Hold self and management team accountable for complying with all policies and procedures and adhering to required continuing education or licensing requirements.

• Ensure a safe and secure environment for all residents, guests, and staff by overseeing all community property maintenance, developing effective risk management procedures, and upholding established safety regulations and protocols including complying with OSHA requirements and proactively managing workers' compensation injuries, investigations, and safety complaints.
• Crosstrain and delegate effectively to ensure operational continuity and professional development, including department head duties coverage and Manager on Duty appointment, during absences, transitions or when the ED is off property.
• Promote a positive, professional community image, through appearance and conduct including representing the community in outside/government agency, community representative and family member interactions and responding to surveys/inquiries, developing, and implementing corrective action plans, as needed.

• Promote and lead with a spirit of teamwork and open communication through consistent mentoring, coaching and recognition program utilization, in alignment with MBK principles and core values.
• Perform other job duties or special projects as assigned and requested by Supervisor or designee.

Education Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain any required State or Federal administrator licenses or certifications, including completion of required training, examinations, and continuing education hours (CEUs), as applicable to communities with Assisted Living (AL) and/or Connections for Living (CFL); Independent Living (IL)-only communities are subject to licensure or certification requirements only when mandated by applicable law.
• Must meet required minimum education units or degree or specific certification/license requirements, based on community size and state requirements.

Experience Requirements (in years):

• Must meet minimum required years of management experience in a healthcare field providing residential care to the elderly, based on community size and state requirements.

Required Competencies/Licenses/Certifications :

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must complete all required background clearances and health screenings, including a negative tuberculosis (TB) test result where required, in accordance with applicable state licensing regulations for communities with Assisted Living (AL) and/or Connections for Living (CFL). For Independent Living (IL)-only communities, such requirements apply only where mandated by applicable law.
• Valid state-issued driver's license and valid insurance or reliable method of transportation.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook) and operating standard office equipment.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to speak, write and read English and must be comfortable explaining complex ideas and information to large groups and a wide audience with varying levels of understanding.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment and the ability to make informed decisions when circumstances warrant, remain calm and effectively manage conflicts, stressful or emergency situations prioritizing the safety and well-being of the community.
• Must possess the ability to anticipate potential risks, develop effective contingency plans, and maintain extreme discretion and confidentiality with all information/data.
• Must possess the ability to always deal tactfully and professionally with personnel, residents, family members, and guests.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Must be willing and able to support flexible schedules on short notice, including evenings and weekends, when business needs dictate.
• Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, pulling, reaching overhead, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Able to move intermittently throughout the workday and in the community.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and push up to 250 pounds, as necessary.
• Ability to assist in physical movement of residents during routine transfers or emergency situations.
• Must be able to handle and maintain composure when dealing with sensitive situations, such as grief and death within the community.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Inspiring people, creating experiences, and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment. It's how we support our team members, serve our residents, and achieve our pursuit - to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.

MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently, the company owns and operates 35 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States. We're proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 "Best Workplaces in Aging Services" by Fortune magazine and certified as a "Great Place to Work" by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017.


MBK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason. Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io.


Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents: An "Excluded Party" is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs. If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.


Other Regulatory Requirements: If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members' professional licenses.

HIPAA Disclosure:

All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates' professional license.