Executive Director at Open Doors Central – Louisville, Kentucky

About Open Doors

Open Doors, LLC provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a Family Home Provider model. We partner with compassionate caregivers who open their homes to individuals needing supportive, person-centered living environments.

Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives within their communities while receiving high-quality, individualized support.

Open Doors is part of VersiCare Group, a network of organizations dedicated to improving quality of life for individuals and families through compassionate, community-based services.

Position Overview

The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership for Open Doors in Kentucky. This role partners closely with the Executive Leadership Team to drive growth, ensure high-quality services, and maintain compliance with state and federal regulations governing services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Executive Director oversees agency operations, staff development, financial management, and community partnerships while ensuring the organization’s mission and strategic objectives are achieved.

This position reports to the Kentucky Director of Regional Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and operational execution of agency goals and objectives.
  
• Oversee day-to-day operations while ensuring alignment with company strategy and regulatory requirements.
  
• Develop and implement plans for program expansion, service improvement, and operational efficiency.
  
• Maintain effective operational systems including financial, personnel, and program reporting.
  

• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team across key departments.
  
• Partner with Human Resources to implement personnel policies and best practices.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and person-centered care.
  
• Oversee performance management, coaching, and professional development for staff.
  

• Develop and manage the agency’s annual operating budget.
  
• Monitor expenses and financial performance to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  
• Partner with leadership to review financial performance and operational metrics.
  

• Ensure services are delivered in accordance with regulatory requirements and person-centered care plans.
  
• Monitor quality standards and service outcomes.
  
• Oversee referral and admissions processes in collaboration with the Admissions Committee.
  
• Maintain compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
  

• Represent Open Doors within the community and with state agencies and partner organizations.
  
• Maintain strong relationships with public officials, service providers, and advocacy organizations supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
  
• Participate in community planning initiatives and professional organizations related to disability services.
  

• Provide regular operational updates and reports to the Kentucky Director of Regional Operations and Executive Leadership Team.
  
• Present annual goals, objectives, and program performance updates.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field (psychology, sociology, social work, special education) or Registered Nurse (RN).
  
• Minimum two years of administrative leadership experience in an organization supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
  
• Experience managing agency operations, budgets, and personnel.
  

• Strong knowledge of community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  
• Understanding of funding sources, community resources, and service quality standards.
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and delegate effectively.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard business systems.
  

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
  
• Successful completion of required background checks in accordance with state regulations.
  
• Commitment to the mission and values of Open Doors and VersiCare Group.