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 at Morning Star Village, our 75-bed RCAC and CBRF managed community in Rockford, Illinois.
In this key leadership role, you'll oversee resident wellness, inspire and mentor a dedicated clinical team, ensure regulatory excellence, and help create an environment where residents can thrive. If you're ready to combine your clinical expertise with servant leadership, we'd love to meet you!
Why Health Dimensions Group?At Health Dimensions Group, we're all about making lives better-for our residents, clients, and 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 OperationsProvide leadership and oversight for the day-to-day operations of the 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
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
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
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
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 BackgroundBachelor's degree in Business, Healthcare, Gerontology, or related field required
CBRF Administrator license, or ability to complete required certification
Minimum 2 years of experience as an Executive Director or Administrator in senior living or long-term care settings
Strong financial management experience, including budgeting, census growth, and operational oversight
Working knowledge of Illinois state and federal regulations governing senior living communities
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.