Home Care Director

Buckner International; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Home Care in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Home Care Director to lead daily operations, growth, and high-quality resident care in a hybrid work setting. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, financial performance, staff development, and building strong referral partnerships with hospitals, physicians, and senior communities.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of leadership in home care or healthcare, with degrees in healthcare administration or related fields, and experience in

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Five+ years leadership experience in home care, healthcare, senior services, staffing, operations, sales, or related field.
• Experience building referral relationships and supporting community outreach preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the daily operations, budgets, and performance goals of the location.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and collaborative work environment.
• Monitor operational and financial performance to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Oversee scheduling, billing, payroll, documentation, and administrative functions.
• Support ongoing caregiver training and professional development.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop staff and caregivers.
• Develop and implement strategies to grow referrals, clients, and market presence.
• Build and maintain strong referral partnerships with hospitals, physicians, and community sources.
• Participate in community events, networking opportunities, and outreach activities.

Job description

Buckner Home Care
Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid
Address: 12377 Merit Drive, Suite 900 Dallas TX 75201
Job Schedule: Full-Time

We are seeking a Home Care Director to join our new home care service at Buckner. As a Home Care Director, you will lead the daily operations and growth of the home care location. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, financial performance, employee development, and business growth. This position will build strong relationships with residents, families, referral partners, and the community while fostering a positive, high-performing team culture. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

What You'll Do:

• Direct and oversee the daily operations, budgets, and performance goals of the location
• Promote a positive, accountable, and collaborative work environment
• Monitor operational and financial performance to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Oversee scheduling, billing, payroll, documentation, and administrative functions.
• Support ongoing caregiver training and professional development
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop staff and caregivers
• Develop and implement strategies to grow referrals, clients, and market presence
• Build and maintain strong referral partnerships with hospitals, physicians, senior living communities, social workers, and other referral sources
• Participate in community events, networking opportunities, and outreach activities
• Leverage digital marketing, social media, and community engagement initiatives to strengthen brand awareness and market growth.
• Track referral activity, marketing initiatives, and business development
• Partner with leadership on strategic growth initiatives
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Promote quality care, safety, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, caregivers and community partners
• Monitor resident satisfaction and caregiver retention and implement improvements as needed

What You'll Bring To The Team:

• Associates degree required
• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred
• Five or more years of leadership experience in home care, healthcare, senior services, staffing, operations, sales, marketing or a related field
• Success leading teams, managing operations and driving business growth
• Experience building referral relationships and supporting community outreach preferred
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience managing budgets and operational performance
• Understanding of business development, marketing, and customer service practices
• Commitment to serving seniors and supporting caregivers
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required
• Experience with social media and digital marketing platforms
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and required insurance
• Ability to travel locally and regionally as needed

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

About Buckner International:

Since 1879 Buckner has been transforming lives through hands-on ministry, serving the most vulnerable from the beginning to the ending of life. Buckner is one of the oldest and most unique faith-based social service organizations of its kind, serving hundreds of thousands of people each year in the United States and around the world. Learn more about our programs and ministry at buckner.org. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.