Executive Director-Stevenson Oaks

Methodist Retirement Communities · Crowley, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Description Join Our Team as a Senior Living Executive Director! Are you a passionate leader with a heart for seniors and a talent for inspiring teams? Do you thrive in an environment where strategic leadership, operational excellence, and meaningful relationships come together to create something extraordinary? If so, we invite you to lead our exceptional Stevenson Oaks community in Fort Worth, Texas. Affiliated with Methodist Retirement Communities (MRC), Stevenson Oaks is a premier senior living community offering 172 independent living apartments, 40 assisted living units, and 24 memory support suites. Rooted in the belief that growth continues throughout every stage of life, Stevenson Oaks is designed to inspire connection, purpose, and joy. As a mission-driven, nonprofit community, Stevenson Oaks is committed to a culture that is faith-inspired, elder-centered, and relationship-based. Here, residents experience more than a place to live; they find a place to belong. Stevenson Oaks Is Growing With construction now underway on The Lodge , our new Long-Term Care expansion, we're investing in the future of senior living in Fort Worth. This exciting addition reflects our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of older adults while creating new opportunities for residents, families, and team members. This is more than an operations role, it's an opportunity to lead a thriving community through a transformational period. Qualifications What We're Looking For The Executive Director is responsible for leading, administering, and directing all community operations through a strong leadership team while ensuring the highest standards of resident satisfaction, employee engagement, and financial stewardship. Texas Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator (LNFA) license strongly preferred Five or more years of senior living leadership experience Demonstrated success leading multi-level senior living communities Proven ability to develop, engage, and retain high-performing teams Strong financial and operational management experience Demonstrated record of innovation and resident-centered leadership Experience reducing employee turnover and building strong workplace culture Ability to lead through change and expansion initiatives Eden Alternative experience is a plus! If you're ready to lead an exceptional community through an exciting new chapter while making a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Management roles in senior living carry a unique blend of healthcare oversight and business operations that most job listings barely touch on. Executive Directors and Administrators are typically responsible for state regulatory compliance, staff retention, census management, and family satisfaction — all at the same time. In Texas, Assisted Living Facility administrators must meet HHSC licensing requirements, which often include specific training hours and ongoing continuing education.

What surprises many new administrators is the direct involvement with families during crises — end-of-life transitions, care disputes, and emergency situations all land on your desk. Staff turnover in senior living runs high nationally, so a significant part of the role is recruiting, training, and retaining quality caregivers. Facilities in the DFW market compete heavily for qualified staff, making retention strategy a critical skill for anyone in these positions.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

A typical day starts with a census and staffing review — confirming occupancy, checking for any overnight incidents, and ensuring the day's shifts are fully covered. Morning stand-ups with department heads (nursing, dietary, activities, maintenance) set priorities for the day. You will spend time on the floor interacting with residents and families, which doubles as quality checks and relationship building.

Afternoons often shift to administrative work — reviewing financial reports, handling vendor relationships, preparing for state surveys, and managing marketing efforts to maintain occupancy. Community outreach, hospital discharge planner relationships, and local referral networks are ongoing responsibilities. Most directors describe the role as never having two identical days — the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $58.48/hr ($121,638/yr). The typical range is $44.34 – $75.25/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $65,520/yr

DFW Median $121,638/yr

Experienced (90th) $204,838/yr

vs. National Median -1.8%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.