Executive Director - PACE

Volunteers of America; Eckert (CO); On-site; USD 128,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Paid Time Off + Personal Days

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)

Get paid early (access up to 50% of E)

Referral bonuses & scholarship options

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE, a program of Volunteers of America, is seeking an Executive Director in Eckert, CO who will lead operations across Montrose and Eckert.

This full-time role requires a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years healthcare leadership, and strong governance skills. Travel between sites is required; salary ranges from $128k to $150k per year, with generous benefits.

Join a values-driven team with a commitment to compassionate elder care and community impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health administration or related field; ten years management may substitute.
• Five or more years of health care experience and three or more years in management, preferably in geriatric care.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and transportation.
• Medical clearance and up-to-date immunizations before participant contact.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the program across Montrose and Eckert.
• Oversee operations, planning, HR, and program quality.
• Coordinate with PACE operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead the team to promote a collaborative, compassionate environment.
• Act as liaison with community and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Healthcare management

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Database / CRM systems

Word processing

Job description

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• Posted on October 21, 2026

Locations

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Sr Community Care PACE - Eckert, Eckert, CO 81418, USA

• On-site
• Administration
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: EXECU008702

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE as the Executive Director. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years

Salary Range: $128k - $150k annually, based on experience.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM- 5 PM; occasional weekends and after hours when needed.

Travel required: This position will oversee both PACE locations in Montrose and Eckert Colorado. Traveling between sites is required.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school in human services related field, health care management/administration, or non-profit/public administration preferred. Ten (10) years management experience may be substituted for college degree.
• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of health care experience, and three (3) years of management experience, preferably in a geriatric care setting required. A minimum of one years of experience in working with the frail or elderly population. Shall have either training or related experience in the job assigned. The Executive Director shall be knowledgeable of the physical, mental, and social needs of the elderly and be a professional in one of the following: Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Recreation Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Dietetics, or Gerontology.
• Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.

Additional skills and knowledge:

• Working knowledge of the PACE regulations.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare and aging networks.
• Demonstrated effective leadership and decision-making skills.
• Effective supervisory skills.
• Ability to foster collaborative working relationships.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of local health care and geriatric service networks.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and/or word processing.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

The role of Executive Director requires a combination of organizational leadership and operational talent as well as strategic expertise. The Executive Director provides the management expertise for achieving the goals and objectives of the program in accordance with the mission of the organization. The Executive Director reports to the Regional Vice President of PACE Operations. In addition to managing the internal operations of the program, the Executive Director must also be aware of conditions, events and issues that affect the community in which the program operates. Effective fulfillment of this broad responsibility requires awareness, involvement and insight; functioning as an agent for change and a willingness to take risks and accept accountability for their outcomes within the context of a sound organizational structure and management processes. The Executive Director should serve as a catalyst, facilitator, coordinator and communicator to ensure that strategies to meet goals and objectives are developed, programs are carried out, quality is monitored and continually approved, and the results are evaluated. The Executive Director is expected to infuse the mission and philosophy of the organization into the program.

• Planning
• Organization
• Operations
• Human Resources
• Leadership
• Provides administrative on-call coverage on a rotation basis.
• Performs related duties as required.

About Us

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider and the first of its kind in Western Colorado, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best

Education

Bachelors or better in Health Administration or related field.

Experience

1 year: Experience in working with the frail or elderly population

3 years: Management experience, preferably in a geriatric care setting required

5 years: Health care experience

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