Job Description
: When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together. Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 8th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of. COMMUNITY NAME: Sunrise at Bluemont Park Job ID: 2026-241494 JOB OVERVIEW: The Associate Executive Director (AED) is responsible for assisting the Executive Director (ED) with the overall leadership, management and success of the community. These responsibilities include but not limited to financial management, sales and marketing, recruiting and hiring, supervising, training, team member relations and recognition, communication, family services, resident well-being, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, a key strategic component is the ability to learn from an ED and develop into an ED role within Sunrise Senior Living. At Sunrise, we pride ourselves as pioneers of the senior living industry in setting standards of excellence; we strive to provide care and services to seniors better than anyone. The AED is expected to create, in alignment with our mission and values, a positive atmosphere in the community for residents, family and friends, and all team members. RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS: Essential Duties As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows: Managing Vision and Purpose Communicate a clear, customer focused vision, based upon Resident Centered Model of care. Model a strong belief in mission, vision, and purpose. Articulate clearly, in words and behavior, the Sunrise Shared Values, Principles of Service, the Sunrise Team Credo, and Leaders Serve Hallmarks. Provide support to the ED by following through on identified community goals and assignments focused on fulfilling mission and driving margin. Professional Development Commit to the goal of completing the training requirements of Sunrise University. Along with the ED, identify key development opportunities, build relationships, and leverages area leaders to ensure progress for future growth opportunities. Stay informed on Sunrise policies / procedures, state/province regulatory, and industry standards. Pursue stretch assignments and support regional initiatives to further develop skill sets. Attend and participate in educational classes and in-services as directed. Assist in the administrative team member on-call duties some evenings, weekends, and holidays. Assume the necessary duties in the absence of the ED as required. Family Services Maintain proactive communication with resident’s family members or responsible parties. Assist with the planning of an in-house family event monthly. Encourage family involvement via Volunteer Programs. Make self available to residents and their families. Ensure implementation and maintenance of a family support program. Ensure Family Service Meetings are happening regularly according to Sunrise Policy. Ensure Sunrise Wellness and Resident Care systems are implemented and followed. Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance Strive for excellent quality care and service delivery as measured in the Quality Services Review (QSR); institute and ensure corrective action in a timely manner. Review customer and secret shopper surveys and act accordingly; play a key role in assuring appropriate corrective actions are in place in a timely manner. Develop a thorough working knowledge of state/province regulations, policy / procedures dictated for residents; ensure compliance. Assist the ED by following up on issues identified in the Area Director Resident Care (ADRC) site visit report. Follow up on community mock survey. Ensure community is in compliance with national/provincial regulations pertaining to occupational health and safety requirements. Practice safety procedures at all times, Personal Protective Equ