Director PACE Programs

Join the Empath Health Team as the PACE Program Director!

Lead a team of professionals as a strategic and operational leader for Empath Health's PACE Programs.

The PACE Program Director ensures that the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care through interdisciplinary collaboration, regulatory compliance, fiscal management, and community engagement and is pivotal in advancing organizational objectives and sustaining Full Life Care's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership & Oversight

• • Provide executive-level leadership for all operational, clinical, and administrative functions within assigned PACE center(s).
  • Ensure alignment with organizational vision and strategic goals, driving performance outcomes across quality, satisfaction, and financial metrics.

Operational Excellence

• • Oversee day-to-day operations, including adult day center (ADC) readiness, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, cleanliness, safety, and equipment adequacy.
  • Drive the implementation of standardized workflows, quality protocols, and best practices across centers in collaboration with peer Program Directors.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• • Cultivate a high-performing, mission-driven culture by leading with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
  • Achieve and exceed benchmarks in employee engagement, development, and retention; address performance gaps and foster accountability.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• • Ensure audit readiness and maintain compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body requirements.
  • Champion continuous quality improvement initiatives and guide interdisciplinary teams toward excellence in clinical outcomes and participant satisfaction.

Requirements Include:

• Bachelor's degree in health care administration, business administration, nursing, public health, social work or related health/human services field preferred. Master's degree preferred. Professional license and/or certification preferred.
• Previous experience in PACE Management preferred.
• For individuals with an advanced degree, a minimum of four (4) years of experience is required as a manager or administrator in a human and/or health care services operation, preferably serving the aging population.
• Employee must sign a Business Protection Agreement.

Suncoast Hospice, Empath Home Health, and Empath Health Pharmacy are proud to be accredited by the Joint Commission showing our commitment to quality.

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees.

Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!

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