PACE Executive Director

Talent-Connect-Now; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent-Connect-Now is seeking an Executive Director to lead a PACE program with responsibility for strategic direction, operations, regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, and growth. The role requires building a high-performing leadership team and ensuring exceptional participant-centered care.

The Executive Director will drive partnerships, oversee enrollment growth, ensure CMS/DHCS compliance, and manage budgets and revenue cycles to sustain program operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading healthcare programs or senior care initiatives.
• Knowledge of CMS, DHCS, HIPAA, OSHA regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, operational, clinical and administrative leadership for the PACE program.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, reimbursement and revenue cycle management.
• Recruit, develop and retain high-performing leadership teams.
• Represent the organization with healthcare partners and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Program development

Operations management

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & financial oversight

Team leadership

Enrollment growth

Community relations

Education

Master's in Healthcare Administration / Public Health / Business Administration

Job description

Position SummaryThe Executive Director is responsible for the strategic, operational, clinical, and administrative leadership of a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). This executive oversees all aspects of program performance, ensuring exceptional participant- centered care, regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, operational excellence, and organizational growth while fostering a collaborative, mission-driven culture.Reports ToChief Business Growth OfficerDirect ReportsLeadership Team including Center Manager, Administrative Assistant, Clinical Services Director, Quality & Compliance Director, Marketing & Enrollment Director, Network & Contracting Director, Health Plan Services Director, and Interdisciplinary Care Teams.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Program Development• Develop and execute the strategic vision and long-term growth of the PACE program.• Identify expansion opportunities, partnerships, and new service locations.• Monitor healthcare trends and implement innovative solutions.Operations Management• Provide executive oversight of daily operations and participant experience.• Lead enrollment growth initiatives and operational performance reporting.Regulatory Compliance & Quality• Serve as Program Director in accordance with federal and state regulations.• Ensure compliance with CMS, DHCS, HIPAA, OSHA, and all regulatory standards.• Lead quality improvement initiatives and policy development.Financial Leadership• Develop and oversee annual operating budgets.• Monitor financial performance, reimbursement, contracting, and revenue cycle.• Ensure fiscal sustainability and responsible resource allocation.Human Resources & Leadership• Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing leadership teams.• Promote accountability, collaboration, employee engagement, and professionaldevelopment.Community Relations• Represent the organization with healthcare partners, community organizations, andregulatory agencies.Qualifications• Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration,or related field required.• Executive leadership experience within healthcare; PACE, managed care, FQHC, orsenior care strongly preferred.• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams, regulatory compliance,budgeting, and operations.• Experience launching or expanding healthcare programs is highly desirable.Conditions of Employment• Successful completion of background check, reference verification, TB screening, andpre-employment physical.• Current CPR and First Aid certification.• Valid California Driver's License with proof of insurance.• Compliance with immunization and communicable disease requirements.General Compliance• Maintain strict confidentiality of participant, employee, and organizational information.• Comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and all applicable federal and state regulations.• Complete all mandatory compliance and workplace training.