Senior VP of Human Resources

About the Organization

Jewish Home (JH) is an $80 million, best-in-class organization focused on helping older adults lead healthy, vibrant lives in the Greater Rochester region. The organization is dedicated to identifying, developing, adopting, and refining best practices in medical and social care for older adults at any stage of independence. With a strategic plan centered on sustainability, innovation, and growth, Jewish Home provides critical solutions for aging well in the community.

Jewish Home is the community’s only designated Continuing Care Retirement Community, offering a full range of services, including:

• Independent living at the Summit at Brighton
• Assisted living at Wolk Manor
• Memory care at the Lodge at Wolk Manor
• Long-term care and skilled nursing at the Green House® Cottages and Farash Tower
• The largest Adult Day Health Care Program in Monroe County, located on a 75-acre campus

Off-campus services include:

• Physician House Calls: primary care for homebound patients
• Marian’s House: a daytime retreat for those in early-to-mid stages of dementia
• The Clare & Jerry Rotenberg Institute on Aging: educational programs and resources to promote positive aging
• Personal Medicine of Rochester: personalized primary care with individualized health plans
• Living Well Home Care: personal care and companion services
• Lilac Grove: an independent living apartment complex (opened May 2026) with 90 apartments for individuals aged 62+
• Expansion of independent living at the Summit, with 35 new luxury units in fall 2027 and 35 more in planning

Jewish Home employs approximately 1,000 people across 26 departments. The organization is recognized as a Great Place to Work® and has received top rankings from Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report for its high-quality care. Guided by Jewish values, Jewish Home is inclusive and welcomes individuals of all faiths, ethnicities, and orientations.

The Jewish Home Foundation, a related entity, supports staff development and quality-of-life initiatives, such as an on-site grocery store/pantry for eligible employees.

About the Role

The Senior Vice President of Human Resources (SVPHR) provides strategic leadership for all HR functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, labor relations, compensation and benefits, compliance, and workforce planning. This role ensures alignment with Jewish Home’s mission and strategic plan.

The SVPHR is a member of the seven-person Executive Leadership team and reports directly to the President/CEO. The role manages two direct reports: the Director of HR and the Director of Staff Development, each overseeing teams of five. The HR budget is $1.2 million.

Jewish Home’s HR function is performing well, but the next SVPHR will have opportunities to innovate, particularly in reducing turnover and improving retention, especially for nursing and certified nursing assistant roles. The organization values creative ideas and experimentation, with minimal barriers to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Leverage data and experience to advocate for new HR initiatives, considering budget limitations and competing priorities.
• Partner with the Executive Leadership Team to shape organizational strategy, culture, and workforce planning.
• Increase Jewish Home’s visibility by representing the organization in community collaborations and relevant forums.
• Ensure the organization remains a leader in innovative benefits, compensation trends, and programs.
• Provide or arrange executive coaching to enhance job satisfaction and performance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, industry policies, and Jewish Home’s internal policies to minimize HR-related claims and audit deficiencies.
• Establish HR as a strategic partner by gathering and sharing data, analytics, and best practices with leadership and departments.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to identify new ways to increase retention rates for nurses and CNAs.
• Serve as the senior advisor on complex employee relations, labor strategy, compensation, and risk mitigation.
• Develop HR team talent through cross-training, learning opportunities, and stretch assignments.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience leading an HR team in an organization with 200+ employees.
• SHRM and/or PHR certification preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or senior services, ideally in the upstate New York region (other industries considered).
• Reputation for maintaining strict confidentiality with employee and employer information.
• Proven track record of creative approaches to hiring and retaining top talent.
• Experience coaching mid-managers to higher levels of measurable performance.
• Commitment to promoting inclusion and belonging, with a history of driving measurable results.
• Ability to attract talent to Jewish Home through community engagement.
• Experience managing compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific laws and policies.
• Experience creating and managing consistent compensation policies.
• Inquisitive nature, patient demeanor, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Reputation for mentoring and treating clinical and non-clinical staff with respect.

Benefits

• Annual compensation ranging from $165,000 to $185,000.
• Generous benefits package.
• Opportunity to participate in a variable compensation plan.
• Access to unique staff development and quality-of-life offerings funded by the Jewish Home Foundation, such as an on-site grocery store/pantry for eligible employees.