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:

Home Health Branch Director / Executive Director

Full Time/Salaried/Lafayette

Lead with Purpose. Build a Team. Make an Impact—Every Day.

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens where patients feel most comfortable—at home. Each day, our teams provide high-quality, compassionate care to more than 60,000 patients nationwide, meeting them wherever they are on their health journey.

As a Branch Director / Executive Director, you won’t just manage operations—you’ll lead people, shape culture, and drive meaningful outcomes. This is your opportunity to build and inspire a high-performing team of clinicians while making a lasting difference in your community.

If you’re a proven home health leader with a passion for developing teams and driving results, we’d love to talk with you.

Your Impact as a Branch Director

Operational Leadership

• Lead and oversee all day-to-day branch operations

• Ensure excellence in clinical care delivery and administrative performance

• Drive financial performance and budget management

• Maintain appropriate staffing levels to meet patient needs

• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer requirements

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation

• Maintain state licensure, Medicare certification, and regulatory compliance

• Stay current with national standards of care and Conditions of Participation

• Uphold and advocate for the Patient’s Bill of Rights

People & Performance Leadership

• Lead branch operations in alignment with Elara Caring’s mission and values

• Implement strategic and growth initiatives at the branch level

• Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development

• Approve payroll, timekeeping, and visit documentation

• Partner with leaders across the organization to support evolving business needs

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Collaborative, mission-driven culture

• Competitive compensation + a Bonus Plan

• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and free continuing education

• Clear pathways for career growth and advancement

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, family & pet bereavement

• Pet insurance

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Active, unencumbered RN license

• 1+ year of supervisory or administrative experience in home health or a related setting

• 2+ years of home health experience preferred

• Strong clinical judgment and operational expertise

• Proven business and financial management skills

• Proficiency with MS Office, Homecare Homebase, and Workday

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Ability to lead, influence, and collaborate across all levels of the organization

Ready to Lead Where It Matters Most?

Join Elara Caring and take the next step in your leadership career—where your work empowers teams, strengthens communities, and helps patients heal at home. As a growing organization, we invite you to share your information with us for consideration for future career opportunities. This is an exciting chance to connect with our compassionate and dedicated team, who truly value your unique skills and experiences in delivering exceptional care to those we serve.

Apply today.

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,