Home Health Executive Director

Dover Health; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Monthly phone stipend

Job summary

Dover Health is seeking an Executive Director of Home Health to provide strategic leadership over clinical and administrative operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance. The role reports to the President and collaborates with the Director of Clinical Services to drive growth and sustainability.

Responsibilities include budgeting, performance management, and cross‑functional collaboration with sales and operations to expand service areas and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of leadership experience in healthcare.
• RN or PT/OT license preferred with a proven track record.
• Experience in budget development and financial monitoring.
• Solid understanding of federal/state regulations and CHAP standards.
• Willingness to work weekends and be on call as required.
• MS Office proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day operations and strategic decisions for the agency.
• Manage a team including recruitment, training, workload management, and evaluations.
• Ensure activities align with departmental objectives set by leadership.
• Oversee budgeting, financial management, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Sales to drive census growth and expand service areas.
• Continuously evaluate and improve services, structures, and processes through data analysis.
• Facilitate clear communication among staff, departments, and executives.
• Uphold ethical standards in business and clinical practice.
• Ensure compliance with laws and CHAP standards of care.
• Monitor KPIs related to patient care quality and organizational goals.
• Develop and track goals to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare leadership

Budget management

Microsoft Office

Team management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

RN/PT/OT license preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Executive Director of Home Health, reporting directly to the President and with the Director of Clinical Services reporting directly to this position, is responsible for providing overall leadership and direction for the agency’s operations. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and organizational objectives. The Executive Director oversees clinical and administrative functions, promotes the physical, personal, and emotional well‑being of patients, and works with teams across the organization to achieve optimal patient outcomes and long‑term business sustainability.

Essential Duties:

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead day‑to‑day operations and make strategic business decisions that prioritize the well‑being of both the company and its employees.
• Manage a team of professionals, oversee tasks such as recruitment, training, workload management, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure that team efforts are closely aligned with the departmental operational objectives set by leadership.
• Oversee all aspects of operational planning, including budgeting, financial management, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate closely with the Sales team to drive census growth and implement effective strategies for expanding service areas.
• Continuously evaluate and implement improvements to our services, structures, and processes based on thorough data analysis.
• Facilitate clear and effective communication channels between staff, other departments, external stakeholders, and senior management.
• Uphold the highest standards of ethical business conduct and clinical practice across the organization.
• Ensure strict compliance with local, state, and federal laws, as well as adhering to CHAP standards of care.
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to patient care quality and organizational objectives.
• Develop and meticulously track goals aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, maximizing client satisfaction, and optimizing operational efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $120,000-$150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Monthly phone stipend

Qualifications, Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years of leadership experience in healthcare, preferably in skilled home health and private duty settings.
• Preferred qualifications include being a Registered Nurse or holding a license as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) with a proven track record.
• Prior experience in budget management, including budget development and financial monitoring.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal and state regulations, as well as CHAP standards of care, relating to home health services.
• Flexibility to work weekends and be on call as required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Commitment to Dover Health’s mission and values.

Working Conditions:

• This position may involve a range of physical activities, including those outlined in the Essential Duties, but is not limited to them.
• Frequent travel within assigned service area is required.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is?occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time, move, communicate, and identify written information.?The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds independently, and occasionally lift and/or move up to two hundred (200) pounds with assistance.
• Work for this position is performed in patient homes, care settings/facilities, and office settings. This position will have to navigate through a variety of different settings to provide care.
• There is exposure to varied home environments and potential infectious conditions.
• Must comply with all Dover Health health and safety requirements.
• This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.
• Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self‑improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge in providing exceptional service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Dover Health considers the health and safety of its patients, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.