Scion Executive Search · 14 hours ago
Executive Director
Loves Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expScion Executive Search has been retained to find an experienced Executive Director for HutsonWood, overseeing Walter Lawson Children’s Home, which provides compassionate care for children with developmental disabilities. The Executive Director will manage daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a positive organizational culture.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Chelsea Zimmer, CDR, CASR
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations of Walter Lawson Children’s Home, coordinating staffing, budgeting, resident services, and resource management with department leaders
Maintain consistent communication with the leadership team to ensure effective problem-solving and smooth community operations
Address family inquiries, resident needs, regulatory matters, and personnel issues with timely and professional responses
Oversee all licensing reviews, audits, and state or federal surveys, ensuring preparedness, accurate documentation, and completion of corrective action plans
Direct continuous quality improvement efforts, including performance rounds, data analysis, and presenting recommendations that strengthen care and operations
Enforce safety and compliance standards, including infection control, OSHA requirements, emergency preparedness, and incident reporting; provide leadership during emergencies
Ensure documentation such as incident reports, meeting records, and training logs is accurate, complete, and compliant with regulatory expectations
Review and update community policies to reflect current professional standards and regulatory requirements
Supervise and develop department directors, overseeing hiring, evaluations, coaching, conflict resolution, and professional development
Cultivate a collaborative, accountable, and compassionate workplace culture
Manage financial performance and census-related strategies with department leaders, ensuring responsible resource allocation and operational sustainability
Analyze financial and operational reports to guide informed, data-driven decision-making
Qualification
Required
At least five years of leadership experience in a healthcare, residential, or similar regulated environment
A valid MC/DD license
A valid Nursing Home Administrator or Residential Care Administrator license
Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret financial reports, regulatory materials, legal documents, and clinical or technical information
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, regulatory bodies, and external partners
Proven record of building effective teams, leading organizational change, and cultivating a positive workplace culture
Solid judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced care environment
Preferred
A bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field
Experience working with medically complex and developmentally disabled
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance options
Paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, and holidays
Company
Scion Executive Search
Scion Executive Search offers corporate and non-profit executive search recruiting, and interim executive leadership recruitment.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase