Executive Director – Assisted Living Facility (ALF) - 3574275

Executive Director – Assisted Living Facility

Location: Franklin, TN

Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 annually

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Executive Director to lead a well-established Assisted Living Facility in Franklin, TN.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in assisted living operations, a proven ability to lead and develop teams, and a commitment to providing exceptional resident care and service.

This position requires an experienced leader who understands the operational, financial, and regulatory responsibilities of managing an assisted living community.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the assisted living community, ensuring high standards of resident care, safety, and satisfaction.
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to department managers and staff.
• Ensure compliance with Tennessee assisted living regulations, licensing requirements, and company policies.
• Manage facility budgets, financial performance, staffing levels, and operational expenses.
• Develop and implement strategies to maintain and increase resident occupancy.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, employees, referral sources, and community partners.
• Lead recruitment, training, employee development, and performance management initiatives.
• Maintain a positive community culture that promotes employee retention and resident satisfaction.
• Oversee state surveys, inspections, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, quality of service, and overall community performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Executive Director of an Assisted Living Facility – REQUIRED.
• Previous experience managing the daily operations of an assisted living community.
• Strong knowledge of assisted living regulations, compliance standards, and resident care practices.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, staffing, occupancy, and financial performance.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and retain employees.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with residents, families, and healthcare referral partners.
• Must meet all applicable Tennessee licensing and regulatory requirements for the position.

Please Note: Candidates must have at least 2 years of direct experience as an Executive Director in an assisted living setting. Experience exclusively in skilled nursing, hospitals, or other healthcare settings without assisted living Executive Director experience will not meet the minimum qualifications.

Compensation

• Annual Salary: $85,000 – $100,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to lead and make a meaningful impact within an established assisted living community.
• Supportive environment focused on quality care and operational excellence.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Assisted Living Executive Director looking for your next leadership opportunity in Franklin, TN, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to connecting with qualified candidates who are passionate about building strong teams, maintaining high standards of care, and delivering excellent results.