Executive Director, Community Mental Health Center

The Company is in search of an Executive Director for its community mental health center. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic, operational, and financial leadership across a multi-location system of care. This includes overseeing a range of programs such as outpatient, youth, residential day, and detox services. Key priorities for the role include financial stewardship, revenue growth, grant and contract management, and the recruitment and retention of clinical staff. The Executive Director will also be tasked with ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of performance management and staff accountability. Applicants for the Executive Director position must have a Bachelor’s degree and a proven track record in business and financial leadership within the behavioral health sector. Experience in managing budgets, grants, and public funding sources, particularly state block grants, is essential. The ideal candidate will have a firm yet empathetic leadership style, with the ability to set clear expectations and hold teams accountable while also building trust and engagement. Multi-site operational leadership experience, familiarity with behavioral health EMR systems, and a strong background in CARF accreditation and regulatory compliance are required. A Master’s degree and experience with Credible EMR are preferred qualifications.