Residential Care Facility Administrator Onsite (Kirksville, MO)

Residential Care Facility (RCF) Administrator

Location: Kirksville, MO Work Schedule: In-person | Full-Time | MondayFriday

The Residential Care Facility (RCF) Administrator is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of the residential care facility. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care to residents while maintaining operational efficiency, financial stability, and staff development. The Administrator serves as the primary operational leader for the facility and works collaboratively with internal departments, regulatory agencies, and community partners to support organizational goals.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• 29 days of PTO
• HRSA Loan Repayment Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance & more
• 403(b) Match up to 5% for both part-time and full-time employees
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Emergency Medical Leave Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts healthcare and dependent care
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Mileage Reimbursement (when applicable)

Essential Job Functions:

• Operations & Regulatory Compliance
• Resident Care & Quality Assurance
• Staff Leadership & Human Resources Collaboration
• Financial & Administrative Oversight
• Leadership & Strategic Planning
• Other Duties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of residential care regulations, licensing standards, and best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff development capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a highly regulated environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze data, monitor performance metrics, and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships.

Experience and Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business administration, public administration, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Required: Minimum of 35 years of progressively responsible experience in residential care, long-term care, or healthcare operations.
• Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and facility operations.
• Current state licensure or certification as required by local and state regulations (RCAL or LNHA).

Supervisory Requirements:

• Communicate the strategic direction of the organization and encourage participation by all employees.
• Provide leadership and guidance to all aspects of the department.
• Take an active role in monitoring the identification, development, and execution of strategic objectives.
• Involve, as appropriate, all employees to achieve their goals.
• Effectively communicate to employees about any changes and newsworthy events within the department or company.
• Manage difficult employee situations directly, using appropriate discretion and Human Resource advice to show respect for the individual.
• Champion change and effectively manage the implementation of innovative ideas.
• Reinforce team approach throughout functions; support and solicit input from team members at all levels within the company.

For Kirksville RCF staff, Illinois staff, and Kansas Residential staff only:

Must provide evidence that incumbent is free of infectious and contagious disease, such as TB, prior to beginning employment and annually thereafter.