At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. **Job Description:** **Area Vice President of Operations, Personal Care Services** **_Oklahoma Based | On-Site at One of our Branche_** **s** At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as an Area Vice President. Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need an experienced Area Vice President with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today! **_Why Join the Elara Caring mission?_** + Work in a collaborative environment. + Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference. + Competitive compensation package + Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost + Opportunities for advancement + Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits + 401(K) with employer match + Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement + Pet insurance **_As Area Vice President, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways_** **:** **Lead all Personal Care Services (PCS) operations in alignment with Elara Caring’s mission, vision, and executive leadership priorities** + Drive positive financial, clinical, and operational performance across the PCS organization while ensuring the highest quality of patient care + Provide strategic direction, leadership, and support to PCS leaders, Administrators, and Clinical Managers to achieve organizational goals, budgets, and quality standards + Oversee operational execution, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, payer standards, accreditation guidelines, and company policies + Partner with executive leadership to develop, implement, and execute strategic plans, operational initiatives, and budget priorities + Monitor operational performance through dashboards, reporting, and analysis, and take action to drive continuous improvement and results + Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of operational policies, clinical protocols, quality programs, and service delivery standards + Build, develop, and coach high-performing leadership teams, ensuring accountability, engagement, and operational excellence + Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and leadership development to strengthen organizational capability + Ensure adequate staffing levels, workforce planning, and organizational readiness to meet service delivery and growth objectives + Promote a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing culture across all PCS operations and branch locations + Serve as a visible and engaged leader, building strong relationships with internal teams, executive leadership, and community partners + Support compliance initiatives, including documentation standards, safety protocols, OSHA requirements, and Medicare certification requirements + Act as a liaison between PCS operations and corporate departments to ensure alignment, communication, and seamless care delivery + Respond to operational challenges with professionalism and leadership, maintaining focus and direction in high-pressure situations + Participate in community engagement, leadership meetings, and organizational initiatives to strengthen Elara Caring’s presence and impact + Protect patient and staff confidentiality and ensure full compliance with HIPAA and privacy regulations + Lead special projects and operational initiatives to support organizational growth, transformation, and strategic priorities + Performs other duties/projects as assigned. **_What is Required?_** + Bachelor’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Organizational Development, Leadership, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred + Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in healthcare operations, with Personal Care Services or home care strongly preferred + Minimum of five (5) years of experience in organizational leadership, operational management, or program development + At least two (2) years of direct supervisory experience leading managers or multi-site teams + Current Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred, but not required + Strong knowledge of Personal Care Services regulations, reimbursement models, and operational compliance standards + Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive performance, develop teams, and execute strategic initiatives + Demonstrated experience in organizational development, operational improvement, and project management + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels + Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster collaboration, engagement, and accountability across teams + High level of professionalism, sound judgment, and ability to navigate complex operational environments + Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state requirements + Ability and willingness to travel at least 25% to support branch operations and organizational priorities + Must meet all agency health screening and compliance requirements You will report to the Regional Vice President PCS Operations. _We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families._ _Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law._ _Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9._ _At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location._ _This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided._ _If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to_ _recruiting@elara.com._