Executive Director (Senior Living) Job Listing at Discovery Senior Living in Chevy Chase, MD (Job ID 972141)

Description

Discover Your Purpose with Us at Discovery Village Chevy Chase!

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:

• Classification: Exempt – Salaried
• Wage Range: $150,000–$160,000 base salary
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes – 20% annual target bonus
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00/9:00 a.m. to 5:00/6:00 p.m. (approximately 40–50 hours/week)

Why You'll Love This Community:

Chevy Chase is a well-established, high-end community just outside Washington, D.C. This community is predominantly an Independent Living midrise campus with over 300 residences and a growing Assisted Living component. With a multimillion-dollar renovation planned, this is an exciting opportunity for a licensed AL Administrator who brings polished hospitality, operational excellence, and a commitment to a culture of care.

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 (person will lead a team of 6–8 department heads), with at least 2 years as an Executive Director in senior living (AL/MC/IL)
• Must be eligible to serve as an Assisted Living Administrator in the state of Maryland
• Strong background in hospitality, customer service, and executive-level leadership
• Experience managing higher-end clientele in a large IL/AL community is preferred
• Computer proficiency required (Word, Excel, CRM)
• 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 may be required

Why Join Us?

• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package – medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and more for eligible positions
• Thrive in a purpose-driven environment that puts residents first
• Join a collaborative, supportive leadership team that values your voice
• Build meaningful connections and create lasting impact for residents and their loved ones

Benefits You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Early access to earned wages before payday!
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid training
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6,500 residents nationwide.

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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