What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrator / Supervisor of Clinical Services position at TheKey?
For nearly 20 years, TheKey has helped clients achieve successful long-term aging at home with comprehensive, concierge-based care. Ensuring the dignity, safety, and independence of its clients, TheKey is committed to changing how the world lives and ages at home. Employee-teams get the training, resources, and support they need to deliver an exceptional care experience for clients and their families. Founded in Silicon Valley, TheKey has grown from a single location to service coverage throughout North America enabling clients to live life on their own terms, in their own homes.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Agency Administration & Operations
Per Connecticut Regulation 19-13-D67(a)(1-7) and 19-13-D68(e)(1-3):
Administrator Requirements (must Meet One Of The Following)
California Residents Only
In accordance with Article 2 of the California Health and Safety Code - California Community Care Facilities Act, TheKey requires timely and accurate positive fingerprint identification of California based applicants as a condition of employment. If an applicant has been convicted of a non-exemptible crime, and in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, their conditional offer will be rescinded.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Agency Administration & Operations
- Interpret and execute policies established by the governing authority to ensure consistent operations and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
- Organize and direct daily agency operations, including clinical and administrative activities.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate agency programs to meet the medical, nursing, rehabilitative, and social needs of clients.
- Develop and maintain the agency’s budget in collaboration with the governing authority, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Oversee the maintenance of medical and administrative records to ensure regulatory compliance and accuracy.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the governing authority, professional advisory committee, and agency personnel.
- Maintain accurate and current public information and coordinate community and referral relationships.
- Develop a written plan for delegation of administrative duties to ensure operational continuity in the Administrator’s absence.
- Assume primary authority and responsibility for ensuring the quality and coordination of all clinical services provided by the agency.
- Supervise, evaluate, and mentor clinical personnel to ensure safe, effective, and compliant delivery of care.
- Conduct clinical competence evaluations for nursing staff and oversee evaluation of direct care personnel.
- Participate in the development, implementation, and review of agency policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Monitor and review clinical documentation and care planning to ensure regulatory compliance and quality outcomes.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including participation in case conferences, care planning, and performance evaluations.
- Participate in the agency’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program to promote ongoing service excellence.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Connecticut Department of Public Health and Public Health Code requirements.
- Ensure the employment of qualified personnel and oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and address performance deficiencies through coaching and corrective action when necessary.
- Provide structured orientation, in-service education, and ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff.
- Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across all levels of staff.
Per Connecticut Regulation 19-13-D67(a)(1-7) and 19-13-D68(e)(1-3):
Administrator Requirements (must Meet One Of The Following)
- Master’s degree in nursing with an active Connecticut RN license and at least 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in a health care setting involving care of the sick; OR
- Master’s degree in public health or administration (with concentration in health services administration) and 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in a health care setting involving care of the sick; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing with an active Connecticut RN license and at least 2 years of supervisory or administrative experience; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in administration with a concentration in health services administration and 2 years of supervisory or administrative experience; OR
- A licensed physician in the State of Connecticut with at least 1 year of supervisory or administrative experience in a health care facility; OR
- Continuous employment as an administrator of a Connecticut home health care agency as of January 1, 1981 (meeting applicable grandfathering provisions).
- Master’s degree in nursing or public health plus 1 year of full-time clinical experience in home health or community health involving care of the sick at home; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing plus 3 years of full-time clinical experience, including 1 year in home health or community health; OR
- Diploma or associate degree in nursing plus 3 years of full-time clinical experience in the past 5 years, including 1 year in home health, and certification in community health nursing or completion of 6 credits in community health theory or healthcare management within the past 2 years; OR
- Continuous employment as Supervisor of Clinical Services in a Connecticut licensed home health agency since before January 1, 1979.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Connecticut home health care regulations and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a people-first management approach.
- Strong organizational and administrative abilities, including budgeting, policy development, and performance management.
- Proficiency in clinical assessment, care coordination, and documentation review.
- Ability to evaluate outcomes, manage projects, and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Skilled in staff supervision, conflict resolution, and team development.
- Commitment to ethical leadership, patient-centered care, and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to travel locally up to 10% for staff supervision, client visits, or community engagement.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 15–20 pounds.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
- Ability to use standard office equipment such as a computer, telephone, and photocopier.
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- TouchCare VirtualCare
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- PTO Plan for Non-Exempt Employees
- Flexible PTO Plan for Exempt Employees
- Holidays and Floating Holidays
- Pet Insurance
California Residents Only
In accordance with Article 2 of the California Health and Safety Code - California Community Care Facilities Act, TheKey requires timely and accurate positive fingerprint identification of California based applicants as a condition of employment. If an applicant has been convicted of a non-exemptible crime, and in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, their conditional offer will be rescinded.