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Cornerstone Caregiving


Operating Director Leadership Development Program (Sales, Marketing, and Business Development Focus)

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Recruitment began on November 20, 2025
and the job listing Expires on December 26, 2025
Nationwide Full-Time Job
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Operating Director Leadership Development Program “The Top Gun Program”

This program grants ambitious early career professionals the unique opportunity to step into an executive role, shaping their future as business leaders. Candidates will be challenged and evaluated on their ability to exceed their potential as
business leaders, entailing the key roles of an Operating Director, such as marketing, recruiting, and scheduling.
Operating Directors at Cornerstone Caregiving not only manage but actively expand a branch of the company, relishing in uncapped growth, a lucrative compensation package, and exposure to every facet of business development in our
thriving industry.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Wants to leave behind the typical structured, 8-5 desk job
  • Is willing to bet on themselves and be financially rewarded for it
  • Enjoys problem-solving within a fast-paced environment
  • Wants an autonomous position with support as needed
  • Has grit and resilience and loves a challenge

Responsibilities:
As the Operating Director, you will independently manage and lead this branch, along with unparalleled and ongoing corporate
training and support.

  • Business Development: Develop and execute a marketing plan to establish Cornerstone as the preferred in-home care provider.
  • Referral building: Cultivate and manage relationships with referral partners (hospitals, hospices, senior living, etc.).
  • Staffing and Scheduling: Hiring and onboarding new team members and ensuring all shifts are properly staffed. Monitor on-call responsibilities as calls come from clients, caregivers, and partners.
  • In-home Assessments: Build strong client relationships, conduct intakes, and ensure client satisfaction.
  • Financial Management: Oversee the office budget that is reflected in the profit and loss statements.
  • Cultivating Culture: Creating the workplace of choice for your territory. Set your own standard through incentivizing, motivating, and setting the tone of your team morale.

Top Gun Leadership Development Program Outline
Compensation: Fully paid travel, lodging, and meals plus $1,000 per week
Duration: 5 weeks
Week 1: Founder-led corporate training in Waco, TX.
Weeks 2-5: In-the-field training with an existing Operating Director

  • **Candidate must be willing to relocate during the program and upon completion**
  • Candidates are paired with an existing Operating Director to gain hands-on experience of the role.
  • Feedback and guidance are provided by the “Top Gun” Manager through weekly evaluations and scheduled check-ins.
  • Candidates advance weekly if they are meeting expectations.

Final Presentation: Return to Waco, TX, to provide a comprehensive overview of the program experience as a final
interview with founders and corporate leaders.

  • Upon successful completion of the final presentation, receive an Operating Director job offer the same day (*80k Base Salary Starts Upon Program Completion)

Program Highlights:
1. Compensation:

  • All expenses for travel, meals, and lodging are covered for the entire 5-week program
  • In addition to all travel being covered, candidates receive a weekly stipend of $1000

2. Competition:

  • This program fosters competition with a performance-based scoring system
  • The ability to compete against the top young professionals in the U.S.
  • Candidates are graded from day one until completion

3. Training:

  • Kick-off the first week with founder-led corporate training in Waco, TX
  • The following 4 weeks include working under a current Operating Director with a proven history of success in one of our nationwide offices
  • Gain hands-on experience in high-level decision-making, including hiring and firing
  • Take ownership of a P&L statement, learning essential financial management skills

4. Mentorship:

  • Participants benefit from one-on-one mentorship from experienced directors
  • Gain valuable insights and consistent feedback throughout the program

5. Career Growth:

  • A chance to walk away with all the knowledge and tools you need to lead, develop, and grow a company

Operating Director Benefits:

  • Base salary of 80k with 20% quarterly cash profit share
  • Paid health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-provided car with paid gas
  • Cell phone stipend
  • Unlimited PTO with corporate approval
  • Initial and ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • We are the best…

If this opportunity is a good fit for you or someone in your network, please take the following action steps:
1. Apply here and include your resume
2. Take the Culture Index Survey (see External Application Method link)
3. Review our website and program details

A team member will be in touch once all steps have been completed!

Apply Now
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