Executive Director - Senior Living

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Description

At HumanGood, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live their best life. As one of the largest nonprofit senior living housing providers, we are dedicated to inspiring well-being and purpose every day, for our residents and for our team members.

We’re looking for an Executive Director to lead Valle Verde, our warm, welcoming, and established nonprofit Life Plan Community located just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara.

Set on 63 acres with walking paths, mature gardens, and tree-lined neighborhoods, Valle Verde feels like a true community. With single-story garden homes, fine amenities, and first-rate services, our campus is designed for those who want to feel right at home. Residents enjoy a friendly neighborhood feeling, whether it’s a stroll through the rose gardens, a water aerobics class, coffee with friends in the bistro, or a wellness program that inspires healthy living. Valle Verde provides the security of a plan for the future, all in an exceptionally beautiful setting.

What You’ll Do

As Executive Director, you’ll be at the heart of Valle Verde—overseeing daily operations, setting the tone for resident and team member experiences, and ensuring we deliver the highest level of service while meeting financial and operational goals. Typical responsibilities include :

• Leading strategic planning to set goals for quality care, team member engagement, and financial performance.
• Overseeing daily operations and guiding the work of all departments.
• Recruiting, hiring, and training an engaged and compassionate team.
• Developing and managing annual budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and accountability.
• Serving as a visible and approachable leader—building relationships with residents, families, and local partners.
• Driving census development and marketing initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulations and standards.
• Acting as a mentor and role model for department leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.

To be successful in this role, you should have the following :

We’re seeking a compassionate, mission-driven leader who brings strong operational expertise and a passion for service. You’ll thrive here if you balance big-picture vision with day-to-day execution and enjoy building connections with people.

What's in it for you?

As the largest nonprofit owner / operator of senior living communities in California and one of the largest in the country, we are more than just a place to work. We are here to ensure that all we serve are provided with every opportunity to become their best selves as they define it, and this begins with YOU.

At HumanGood, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself on top of an incredible package of benefits and perks for our part-time and full-time Team Members that can add up to 40% of your base pay.

Full-Time Team Members are eligible for :

Compensation : $190-225K base salary + significant performance-based bonus

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