JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Title: Vice President (VP) of Home Care

Location: Will require work in all agency locations (Concord, Laconia and Wolfeboro)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8AM-4:30PM. Work assignment may include evenings, weekends and holidays. In addition, the VP of Home Care will work in a rotation as Administrator on Call.

Salary: $140,000-$150,000/year

Position Overview

Reporting to the President/CEO, the Vice President of Home Care is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the Home Care Program and provides leadership oversight to other programs as appropriate. Responsibilities include supervision and coordination of all aspects of the Home Care Program and Paraprofessional Services. Provides leadership by developing and implementing strategies that will improve the delivery of services throughout the entire organization and increase awareness within all service lines and general community. Supervises the Home Care Management Team, as well as Paraprofessional Services.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Serves as a member of the Agency's Senior Management Team and assists with development, implementation, maintenance and revision of overall policies, programs, objectives, and goals.
• Serves as Administrator for Home Care under State licensing rules and CMS Conditions of Participation.
• Provides oversight to the Home Care Program for daily clinical and fiscal operations including process and personnel management and achieving financial goals.
• Assures compliance with all local, state and federal laws regarding Medicare Conditions of Participation, licensure and certification of agency personnel, and maintains compliance with Home Care standards of care.
• Participates in development of the organization’s annual budget and monitors monthly expenses and benchmarks, with a focus on Home Care and Paraprofessional services.
• Responsible for the implementation of strategic goals and objectives of the Home Care and Paraprofessional programs.
• Participates in the implementation and execution of a comprehensive organizational Emergency Preparedness program.
• Identifies potential areas of vulnerability and risk throughout the organization. Develops and implements corrective action plans.
• Participates in compliance reviews, projects and training efforts.
• Identifies gaps in services and coverage and make recommendations to the President/CEO as indicated.
• Participates in the Agency’s Corporate Compliance Committee.
• Develops new programs and/or concepts that could increase the Home Care Program’s efficiency, financial performance and/or market share.
• Manages by planning and priority setting, organized work, keeping daily operations functioning, setting frequent, attainable agenda/goals, making decisions based on the agency’s mission and the programs scope of services.
• Actively participates in promoting the Home Care program within the communities serviced by the agency.
• Promotes unity between/among care providers, support staff, and consumers by creating an environment that promotes trust, risk taking and open communication. Seeks to diminish conflict by addressing issues in a matter-of-fact manner and by listening to all sides. Makes final decisions in a principle-centered manner and shares rationale for decision-making.
• Works collaboratively with the VP of Quality and Education to drive necessary change to meet quality initiatives.

Other Job Functions:

• Represents the agency by participation and networking with other similar agencies, trade associations, regulatory agencies, and other health care providers.
• Demonstrates flexibility in the role by accepting other duties as assigned for which qualified.

Granite VNA Values

• Respect - Treats people without judgment in an appreciative manner. Values the rights, wishes and culture of each individual. Listen to understand by being present and attentive. Treats others with fairness.
• Compassion - Shows kindness and empathy in all interactions. Demonstrates care and concern through active listening. Approaches each interaction with awareness and presence and is sensitive to others' needs and challenges.
• Competence - Encourages continuing education and supports skill development to effectively meet the needs of our community. Uses best practices. Demonstrates critical thinking.
• Culture of Excellence - Promotes the highest quality of care through innovation and resilience to changes. Embraces challenges with creative problem solving and leads with advanced technology and programs.
• Leadership - Provides strong leadership, sets a good example, skilled decision maker and motivator. Creates an atmosphere that encourages risk-taking. Fosters an environment of trust and authenticity. Guides others to a common purpose.
• Stewardship - Moves the Agency's mission forward while respecting its history. Is transparent with all stakeholders. Manages all resources appropriately and cultivates awareness and respect for the Agency's tangible and intangible resources.

Work Environment:

The employee will be exposed to a controlled work environment. The employee may also be exposed to blood and bodily fluids, viruses, disease and infection from patients and environmental hazards in the work environment. The employee may be required to work extended periods of time using a desktop, laptop and/or other mobile device.

Will require work in all agency locations (Concord, Laconia & Wolfeboro).

This is NOT a remote work position but may be eligible for work from home as outlined in the Agency’s guidelines.

Expected Hours of Work

The employee will be scheduled to work Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. – 4:30p.m. Work assignments may include weekend and holidays. In addition, the VP of Home Care will work in a rotation as Administrator on Call.

• Bachelor’s degree in clinical field of study to include Nursing, Therapy or Social Work. 
• Master’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience required.
• Five to seven years of clinical experience (community health, home health or hospice).
• Seven to ten years of management experience.
• Progressive leadership experience managing, building, and inspiring teams.