Executive Director (Senior Living)

About Arvum Senior Living Arvum Senior Living proudly manages Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across 8 different states, representing over 2,000 units throughout the Gulf Coast and Midwest region. Rooted in our Pillars of Excellence, Arvum creates purpose-driven environments where seniors are supported with compassion and where Team Members find meaningful work, strong culture, and continuous opportunities to grow. As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in the country, Arvum communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At Arvum, your purpose and your growth are important to us. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every Team Member can build a rewarding and enriching career. Discover Your Purpose with Us at The Welstone at Mission Crossing! As Executive Director, you’ll play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference every single day. Your Role As the Executive Director, your role includes providing strategic and operational leadership to ensure exceptional service, financial performance, and a vibrant community culture. You will represent the community externally, foster collaboration internally, and lead by example through clear communication, accountability, and compassionate leadership. Position Highlights Status: Full-Time, Exempt Schedule: Traditional leadership workweek with flexibility required based on business and operational needs, including Manager on Duty hours and on-call availability for emergency situations Location: Mission, KS Rate of Pay: $90,000 base salary + 20% Executive Director annual bonus potential Travel: On-site/community-based; less than 10% travel Why You'll Love This Community Welcome to The Welstone at Mission Crossing, where freedom, comfort, and connection come together for an inspiring independent lifestyle. Located just minutes from Overland Park and Kansas City, our Independent Living community offers spacious apartment homes, resort-style amenities, and a warm, engaging environment designed for active adults. Here, residents enjoy chef-prepared dining, a dynamic calendar of social events, and maintenance-free living that lets you focus on what matters most: enjoying life your way. As one of the best options for Independent Senior Living in Overland Park, KS, The Welstone combines exceptional value with Discovery’s signature lifestyle programs, including Sensations Dining, Dimensions Health & Wellness, and Celebrations Activities & Events. Every detail is designed to make each day vibrant, fulfilling, and worry-free. What You’ll Do Operational Leadership Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments to ensure efficiency, compliance, and alignment with budgeted goals Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational and ownership standards Maintain full responsibility for community financials, budgets, and operational performance metrics Drive achievement of NOI, occupancy, and resident engagement targets Monitor and manage operating costs, labor, and collections in alignment with financial expectations Customer-Focused Culture Champion a resident-centered model of care that prioritizes service, dignity, and engagement Foster a supportive environment for residents, families, and team members alike Support all program areas—clinical, memory care, dining, and life enrichment—with functional oversight Hold regular Town Hall and/or Resident Council meetings, and ensure family communications and care plan reviews are consistent Team & Talent Development Provide visible leadership to department heads and community team members Hire, train, develop, and coach staff to achieve high performance and job satisfaction Implement policies and procedures that promote compliance, accountability, and professional growth Support an inclusive, collaborative, and performance-driven work culture Business Development & Sales Strategy Partner with the sales team to drive occupancy and maximize top‑line revenue Contribute to pricing strategy and evaluate local market trends to maintain competitive positioning Cultivate and maintain relationships within the community to support lead generation and referrals Lead external business development strategy with clear accountabilities and measurable outcomes Assisted Living / Memory Care (as applicable) Ensure compliance with state AL/MC regulations, policies, and resident documentation Lead monthly “at‑risk” meetings and family engagement efforts Oversee specialized programming (e.g., SHINE® Memory Care) to ensure effectiveness Ensure wellness and care plans are properly implemented and tracked Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Hospitality, or related field preferred Minimum 3 years of management experience, with at least 2 years as an Executive Director in senior living Proven success in census growth, operational leadership, and financial management Strong team leadership skills with experience in hiring, performance management, and coaching Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills Experience with Medicaid (a plus, depending on state) Participation in rotating on-call schedule and Manager on Duty (MOD) coverage required Why Join Us Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2027! A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members. Our Culture & Values So often, what brings people together is deeply rooted in who we are and what we stand for. And at Discovery Senior Living, we’re unified by certain, core values, which we call our “Pillars of Excellence.” They make up the fabric of our company, and include TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, PERFORMANCE, ACCOUNTABILITY, COMPASSION, HARD WORK and CREATIVITY. Individually, they are our virtues, and together they make up a roadmap which helps us foster innovation and success. Benefits You’ll Enjoy For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness-related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V A Note to Applicants This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis.

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