Senior Leadership
James Keane
President
For the past nine years, I have had the privilege of serving as the Administrator at SJM, bringing with me more than 24 years of experience as a Nursing Home Administrator. Throughout my career, I’ve been dedicated to fostering supportive, person‑centered environments where both residents and staff can thrive.
I consider myself incredibly fortunate to work alongside such an exceptional team, and it remains an honor to care for our residents each day. I am a proud graduate of Stonehill College, where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration—an educational foundation that continues to guide my commitment to quality, compassion, and leadership in long‑term care.
I consider myself incredibly fortunate to work alongside such an exceptional team, and it remains an honor to care for our residents each day. I am a proud graduate of Stonehill College, where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration—an educational foundation that continues to guide my commitment to quality, compassion, and leadership in long‑term care.
Ellen Lebrun
Director of Employee Experience
Ellen joined Covenant in 2025. Ellen is responsible for implementing HR strategies that support business objectives, ensuring compliance, and promoting continuous improvement in the employee experience and company processes that support the organization’s values. Overseeing HR systems, employee relations, recruitment, retention, training and development. Ellen has 19 years of Human Resource Management experience and is a Certified Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management.
Lydia Hatton
Director of Nursing
Tom Chacko
Director of Mission and Spiritual Care
Tom has been part of the St. Joseph Manor community since December 2022. He is responsible for guiding mission-related education and integration efforts that reflect and strengthen the organization’s core values. He also views his role as serving as a chaplain to both residents and staff.
Tom earned his bachelor’s degree in philosophy in India and brings a rich blend of academic, technical, and pastoral formation to his work. He holds a master’s degree in theology from the Pontifical Institute of Theology in India, reflecting his deep commitment to faith, reflection, and service. In addition to his theological background, he holds qualifications in Electronic Engineering with a focus on Computer Applications, as well as a diploma in Sound Engineering. He has completed four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), equipping him with strong skills in pastoral care, compassionate listening, and spiritual support in diverse settings. This diverse expertise enables him to integrate meaningful communication with technical proficiency in his ministry and professional life.
Tom earned his bachelor’s degree in philosophy in India and brings a rich blend of academic, technical, and pastoral formation to his work. He holds a master’s degree in theology from the Pontifical Institute of Theology in India, reflecting his deep commitment to faith, reflection, and service. In addition to his theological background, he holds qualifications in Electronic Engineering with a focus on Computer Applications, as well as a diploma in Sound Engineering. He has completed four units of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE), equipping him with strong skills in pastoral care, compassionate listening, and spiritual support in diverse settings. This diverse expertise enables him to integrate meaningful communication with technical proficiency in his ministry and professional life.