Executive Director

The Executive Director provides visionary, mission-driven leadership for Grace Center for Adult Day Services, guiding the organization’s programs, people, finances, partnerships, and long-term sustainability. Working closely with the Board of Directors, staff, participants, caregivers, volunteers, donors, and community partners, the Executive Director ensures Grace Center remains a trusted provider of high-quality, person-centered adult day services throughout the region.

Leadership, Strategic Planning & Governance

• Provides strategic vision and leadership to help achieve Grace Center’s vision and mission. Prepares the strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Directors. Implements established strategic planning goals and provides related progress reports to the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for the overall implementation of Grace Center’s programs and services. Oversees routine daily operations.
• Collaborates with the Board of Directors, senior staff, community partners, and participants on long-range program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Administers the program within the budgetary framework, including service contracts. Provides monthly financial reports to the Board of Directors that account for budget variances.
• Prepares the annual budget in collaboration with, and approval by, the Finance Committee/Board of Directors.

People

• Works collaboratively with senior staff to manage day-to-day operations and ensure standards for program excellence.
• Provides oversight and implements strategies to support and retain staff and volunteers
• Directs human resources activities including hiring, scheduling, training, orientation, and evaluating performance, including corrective action when necessary. Maintains accurate personnel files. Supports professional growth and works to reduce staff injuries. Fosters a culture that values respect, equity, diversity, inclusion, collaboration, teamwork, and accountability
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures protecting participants’ rights. Resolves identified participant grievances.

Community Relations

• Represents the organization by promoting the vision and impact of programs to inspire and encourage staff, volunteers, partners, donors, and community members.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with community, state, and national agencies and associations and participates in projects which are in the best interest of the program.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree required in business administration, social work, or a related field.
• Management experience required in human service or care settings.
• Familiarity with financial management, database use, and human resources preferred.
• Familiarity with employment practices compliant with state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated skills in financial oversight, financial reporting, and operational budgets.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring strategic and fundraising plans, including major gift campaigns.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills with ability to communicate with various audiences.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with older adults, disabled participants, and their representatives.
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to the well-being of older and differently abled adults.
• Proven ability to model transparency, collaboration, and teamwork that builds commitment amongst staff, volunteers, and partners.
• Experience working with the Board of Directors and developing strategic planning activities.
• Highly committed to ethics and accountability standards.
• Exemplifies through values, beliefs, and practices the philosophy and goals of Grace Center.
• Ability to sit for up to two hours at a time; ability to bend, straighten, and travel reasonable distances.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and an insurable driving record.
• Must pass a criminal records check to the satisfaction of Grace Center prior to hiring.
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Other Info

Grace Center for Adult Day Services is committed to principles of anti-oppression and employment equity. We strongly encourage all interested candidates to apply. If accommodation is required during the hiring process, please inform the hiring committee once selected for an interview. Please no phone inquiries. All applicants will receive confirmation that their application was received. Those selected for an interview will be contacted. The information above provides the general nature of work performed in this position and outlines primary qualifications. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they have the legal right to work in the US and pass a background screening to the satisfaction of Grace Center Adult Day Services.

About the Organization

Grace Center for Adult Day Services is a specialized health and social adult day center in Corvallis, Oregon. It is the only certified adult day center serving the five counties of Linn, Benton, Lane, Lincoln, and Polk. Grace Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing person-centered care that optimizes the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical abilities of older adults and differently abled adults so they can remain as independent as possible while continuing to live in their homes and communities. The center specializes in memory care, post-rehabilitation support, and services for individuals living with neurocognitive degenerative disorders and diseases, including dementia, as well as those recovering from strokes, brain injuries, and other health challenges. Through compassionate, individualized support, Grace Center prioritizes direct human impact and services that meet the evolving needs of community members, especially those who are marginalized, underrepresented, or low-income neighbors in the region. Grace Center also fosters opportunities for community connection, creativity, innovation, and meaningful engagement, empowering participants and caregivers alike to improve their quality of life and that of others. In addition to supporting participants, Grace Center provides vital respite, resources, and peace of mind for caregivers and families.