Director of PACE

PACE Executive Director

Camarena PACE

Full-Time | June 2026 Start

Camarena PACE is seeking an experienced and mission-driven Executive Director to

provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for our Program of All-Inclusive Care

for the Elderly (PACE). This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality care, regulatory

compliance, financial performance, and sustainable program growth.

Position Summary

The Executive Director oversees all leadership functions for Camarena PACE, including

operations, compliance with federal PACE regulations, quality improvement, participant

safety, enrollment, health plan management, and financial performance. This position

reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and serves as the primary leader for the PACE

program.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Oversight

• Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of all PACE program functions

• Supervise and develop the PACE leadership team

• Represent the program within the community and at state and national levels

• Partner with the governing body and CEO to ensure accountability and strong

performance

Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Develop and manage the PACE Compliance Plan

• Ensure compliance with all CMS and State Administering Agency (SAA) regulations

• Prepare for and manage CMS and SAA audits and surveys

• Maintain and update policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements

Quality Improvement & Service Delivery

• Oversee the Quality Improvement Program in collaboration with the Medical Director

• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and participant-centered care

• Use data to drive continuous improvement and report performance to leadership

Financial & Growth Management

• Oversee the fiscal health of the program and manage the annual operating budget

• Achieve census growth targets and support enrollment goals

• Develop and execute marketing and outreach strategies

Strategic Planning & Expansion

• Lead long-term strategic planning efforts

• Identify and implement expansion opportunities aligned with organizational goals

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)

• 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare or long-term care,

preferably in a capitated or managed care environment

• Demonstrated experience in program development, strategic planning, budget

oversight, and organizational growth

• Strong

Minimum Requirements:

Education:                                          

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Prior Experience:                             

• Experience Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive experience in healthcare and long-term managed care, preferably within a capitated environment serving frail, elderly, or otherwise at-risk populations.
• Demonstrated experience in program development, strategic planning, budget oversight, organizational growth, resource development, and public relations.
• Experience working with managed care programs similar to PACE preferred
• Experience developing, supporting, and guiding governing boards and/or advisory committees preferred.
• Experience managing and completing complex projects successfully.
• Experience working with clinical charts and medical records preferred.
• One (1) year of experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred; or willingness to complete PACE-provided training upon hire.

Skills:

• Fully bilingual (English-Spanish): Excellent oral and written skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Keyboarding (20 wpm); software management 
• Demonstrated good problem-solving skills
• Well organized, systematic, prompt
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks.
• Proficient with modern office practices and procedures including email
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks
• Able to handle multiple tasks with perseverance and patience
• Strong organizational, leadership, and supervisory skills with the ability to manage complex situations and resolve challenges effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and develop leaders and interdisciplinary care team members.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with both direct care and administrative staff.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulatory requirements, managed care, and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to interpret financial reports and oversee program budgets.

Physical Requirements:                

• Must be able to move up to 20 pounds and push up to 50 pounds (on wheels).
• Must be able to hear staff on the phone and those who are served in-person, and speak clearly in order to communicate information to clients and staff.
• Must be able to have vision that is adequate to read memos, a computer screen, personnel forms and clinical and administrative documents.
• Must have average manual dexterity.
• Must be able to reach above the shoulder level to work, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouching, reaching, kneeling, twisting/turning, fingering and feeling.