Director of Homebased Services
About Lakewood
Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.
About the Team
Lakewood Health System's Homebased Services team provides Home Health and Hospice services that support patients and families in receiving quality, compassionate care in their homes. Our interdisciplinary team works collaboratively to coordinate services, promote continuity of care, and meet the evolving needs of patients and their families.
Mission for Position
The Director of Homebased Services provides leadership and oversight of the people, business operations, and financial performance of Home Health and Hospice services. This position is responsible for ensuring effective staffing, efficient operations, employee accountability, and sustainable service delivery. Working closely with the VP of Senior Services and RN Clinical Manager, the Director aligns operational priorities with patient needs, clinical capacity, and organizational goals.
Position Summary
The Director of Homebased Services oversees daily operations, including referral and intake processes, scheduling, staffing, administrative workflows, and financial performance. This position provides direct leadership to service line employees, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, and retention. The Director works collaboratively with clinical leadership to ensure appropriate staffing, patient access, and operational support while maintaining compliance with applicable regulatory and organizational requirements. Additional responsibilities include budget development, monitoring financial and operational performance, strengthening referral relationships, implementing process improvements, and supporting the continued growth and sustainability of Home Health and Hospice services.
Position Type
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position.