Lead Compassionate Care in a Unique Family Home!

The Methow Valley Family Home Center Association, known as Jamie’s Place, is seeking a compassionate, experienced Care Director to provide clinical leadership & regulatory oversight for our adult family home. Guided by the Greenhouse Model of care, this role is ideal for a grounded clinical leader who values dignity for elders, autonomy for caregivers, and the rhythms of a real home. The Care Director oversees all caregiving staff; directs caregiver training; leads admissions, family engagement, and care transitions; maintains high clinical standards and regulatory compliance; guides health assessments, care plans, and Medicaid processes; and ensures the safety of the buildings. The Care Director is a full-time exempt position that reports to the Executive Director and serves as a member of the management team, leading clinical operations and supporting expansion transitions. We currently serve 12 residents, with plans to double capacity in the next 4 years. The role is 40+ hours/week on-site at Jamie's Place with some schedule flexibility as needed for a 24-hour coverage care facility.

Education and Experience
• College or professional degree preferred. High school diploma with equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in long-term care, elder care, or healthcare settings
• Demonstrated experience in high-level clinical care coordination and decision making, care plan development, and care support during emergencies
• Experience supervising healthcare staff
• Experience working with families in care settings

Certifications and Licenses
• Washington State licensed clinical practitioner (LPN, RN, NP, PA, MD/DO); MSW, CNA/HCA R with relevant experience
• Adult Family Home Administrator certification or the willingness and ability to obtain
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances

Physical Requirements
• Ability to provide direct care including transfers and personal care support
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with resident mobility
• Ability to respond to emergency situations and provide hands-on care

Technology Skills
• Proficiency with electronic health records and charting systems (Synkwise)
• Experience with care planning software or documentation systems
• Comfortable with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Gmail) or ability to learn
• Ability to use communication tools (email, video calls) for staff coordination

Compliance Requirements
• Successful candidate must complete fingerprint background checks, TB testing, and CPR/First Aid certification

Preferred Skills
• Advanced knowledge and experience applying the Greenhouse Model or other person-centered care frameworks
• Medicaid billing, rate setting, and documentation knowledge
• HCA/CNA training or teaching experience
• Hospice & end of life care, palliative care, and elder care experience
• Rural or small community healthcare experience
• Bilingual skills or cultural competency in serving diverse populations