We are hiring an Executive Director to join our care team with Hospice Services of Massachusetts!

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As the Executive Director, you are responsible for the overall direction of the hospice services including employment, provision of services, the coordination of personnel evaluations, and establishing standards of care.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, master’s degree in health care, or related fields preferred.
• Two (2) to five (5) years experience in health care management.
• Knowledge of corporate business management.
• Understanding of hospice care and the services provided to patients and families/caregivers.
• Medicare Hospice Certification.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operational planning and budgeting.
• Ensuring organizational compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Assures all business conduct is above the minimum standards required by the law.
• Monitoring business operations to ensure financial stability.
• Evaluating hospice services and personnel.
• Conflict and complaint management and resolution.
• Establishing and maintaining effective channels of communication.
• Ensuring adequate and appropriate staffing.
• Ensuring hospice personnel stay current with clinical information and practices.
• Directing staff in the performance of their duties including admission, discharge, transfer, revocation, and provision of services to patients.
• Monitoring operational progress toward accomplishing operational and strategic goals.
• Report to the Director of Operations.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Hospice Services of Massachusetts is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Headquartered in Connecticut, Athena has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

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