home health director

WesleyLife; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WesleyLife in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Home Health Director for a full-time, on-site leadership role. You will guide clinical and administrative teams, manage programs and budgets, and monitor performance to ensure high-quality, person-centered home health services.

The role requires expertise in health economics, policy, and regulatory compliance, with strong research, planning, and collaboration skills. A clinical leadership background and relevant licensure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health economics and health policy to optimize home health programs and regulatory compliance.
• Strong research skills to assess outcomes and support evidence-based decisions.
• Proficiency in project management to lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure timely improvements.
• Capability in strategic planning to set goals and align services with priorities.
• Relevant clinical or healthcare leadership experience, preferably in home health, hospice, or community-based services.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, nursing, or related field; advanced degree or licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, delivery, and evaluation of home health services.
• Guide clinical and administrative teams, manage programs and budgets, monitor performance metrics.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, community partners, and regulatory bodies to promote best practices.
• Mentor staff, support professional development, and foster an inclusive, values-driven culture.

Skills

Health Economics

Research

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in healthcare administration/public health/nursing

Advanced degree or RN licensure preferred

Job description

Company Description WesleyLife is a nonprofit organization dedicated to redefining the experience of aging through growth, meaning, and joy for people of all backgrounds and circumstances. Guided by Christian compassion and more than 75 years of history, WesleyLife serves residents in independent and assisted living, rehabilitation, and memory support settings. The organization also provides a broad range of community-based services, including home care, adult day programs, home-delivered meals, and hospice. With approximately 1,300 part- and full-time team members across the state, WesleyLife focuses on inclusivity, combating ageism, and creating opportunities for older adults and their families to thrive.

Role Description The Home Health Director is a full-time, on-site leadership role based in the Des Moines Metropolitan Area. This position oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of home health services to ensure high-quality, person-centered care aligned with WesleyLife’s mission and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include guiding clinical and administrative teams, managing programs and budgets, monitoring performance metrics, and driving process improvements. The Home Health Director collaborates with internal stakeholders, community partners, and regulatory bodies to support best practices in home-based care and to enhance client and family experiences. This role also involves mentoring team members, supporting staff development, and fostering an inclusive, values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply Health Economics and Health Policy knowledge to optimize home health programs, resource allocation, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong Research skills to assess outcomes, inform evidence-based practices, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency in Project Management to lead initiatives, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure timely, effective implementation of service improvements.
• Strategic Planning capabilities to set program goals, develop growth strategies, and align home health services with organizational priorities.
• Relevant clinical or healthcare leadership experience, preferably in home health, hospice, or community-based services.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, nursing, or a related field; advanced degree or professional licensure (e.g., RN) is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams, build collaborative relationships, and communicate clearly with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing home health services and commitment to quality, safety, and ethical care delivery.