Executive Director

JK Executive Strategies, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A care coordination services organization in New York is looking for an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree and a minimum of five years of senior leadership experience in OPWDD-regulated environments. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, managing finances, and leading a remote workforce. This role offers an annual salary ranging from $165,000 to $185,000 and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressive senior-level leadership experience in OPWDD environments.
• Experience overseeing Care Coordination Organization operations preferred.
• Proven success in strategic planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership.
• Lead and motivate a predominantly remote workforce.
• Ensure full compliance with OPWDD regulations and standards.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial management

Strong written and verbal communication

Experience with Boards of Directors

Ability to motivate others

Education

Master’s Degree in Healthcare, Business, Human Services Administration, or related field

Job description

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner with a care coordination and health home management services organization in search of an Executive Director to join its team! The Executive Director provides strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership to advance the organization’s mission of delivering high-quality care coordination services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Serving as the chief executive and public representative, the Executive Director ensures regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, operational excellence, and strong stakeholder relationships. This role requires a balance of strategic vision, analytical decision-making, compassionate leadership, and deep expertise in OPWDD care management operations.

The Executive Director works closely with the Board of Directors, senior leadership, staff, families, and external partners to ensure the organization continues to fulfill its mission effectively and responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and motivate a predominantly remote workforce through transparent, consistent, and compassionate leadership.
• Serve as a visible and effective advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Develop and refine the organizational and operational structure in partnership with the Board Chair.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, OPWDD representatives, community partners, providers, and oversight entities.
• Engage policymakers, legislative leaders, and community stakeholders to advance awareness and support of care coordination services.
• Represent the organization within statewide and regional industry associations and collaborative groups.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to senior leadership across all organizational functions, including care management, quality and compliance, staff training, and leadership development.
• Provide strong financial leadership by developing balanced budgets, adapting to funding and policy changes, and managing costs and revenue to ensure long-term sustainability.
• Ensure full compliance with OPWDD regulations and all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective systems for quality oversight, performance management, and operational excellence to deliver the highest standard of care coordination services.
• Maintain a strong understanding of governance requirements and organizational operating agreements.
• Engage the Board effectively, organizing four annual Board meetings and quarterly committee meetings, and supporting board development, including the slate of officers and directors.
• Perform all other duties relevant to this position as assigned by the Board of Directors.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Healthcare, Business, Human Services Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive senior-level leadership experience within OPWDD-regulated environments.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing Care Coordination Organization operations preferred.
• Experience working with Boards of Directors.
• Proven success in strategic planning and execution.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, and billing experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of compliance, operations, and quality management in IDD services.
• Ability to work independently and motivate others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Salary Range

• $165-185k

JK Executive Strategies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of JK Executive Strategies to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.