- Create a mission-focused culture emphasizing teamwork, communication, accountability, quality, compliance, and exceptional service delivery.
- Develop and execute strategic and operational plans in collaboration with the board and senior leadership.
- Provide leadership to maximize organizational synergies and achieve long-term goals.
- Supervise and coach senior leadership team members.
- Identify growth opportunities and guide organizational design for optimal effectiveness.
- Ensure the organization remains innovative and at the forefront of service delivery and community engagement.
- Develop initiatives to expand the organization's brand and public awareness.
- Provide oversight of budget development, financial management, reporting, and compliance.
- Enhance operations to maximize funding opportunities and actively seek new revenue sources.
- Ensure efficient management policies, procedures, and systems across the organization.
- Educate the board on financial reporting and requirements; collaborate with auditors as needed.
- Partner with the board to advance the organization's mission and resources.
- Maintain regular communication with the board president and committees.
- Provide governance education and guidance to ensure board effectiveness.
- Engage board members and support recruitment and orientation of new members.
- Develop and implement fundraising strategies to support mission and strategic initiatives.
- Cultivate relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.
- Demonstrate success in major donor development and ensure strong donor stewardship.
- Oversee grants and contracts in both private and public sectors.
- Represent the organization locally, statewide, and nationally to engage partners.
- Lead marketing and branding initiatives to enhance visibility.
- Serve as spokesperson and advocate for public policy positions.
- Oversee organizational communications across all media platforms.
- Maintain and develop a talented, motivated professional staff through transparent communication and respect.
- Promote teamwork and healthy work-life balance.
- Ensure resources are available for staff to meet goals effectively.
- 21 years of age or older; or minimum 18 years old with appropriate licensure or certification.
- Ability to obtain AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Preferred master's degree with 8–10 years of leadership experience in behavioral health.
- Strong operational and financial management skills.
- Collaborative leadership style with ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
- Ability to manage a multidimensional organization and multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency in presentations and facilitating discussions.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Fluency with standard office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal funding models in healthcare.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, clean driving record, and current auto insurance.
- People – Passionately believes in people and embraces diversity
- Integrity – Does the right thing even when no one is looking
- Learning – Challenges old paradigms with critical thinking, curiosity and creativity
- Accountability – Sets an intentional culture of personal responsibility; believes everyone carries the load
- Relationships – Serves colleagues and consumers with love, empathy and compassion
- Office environment, travel within the community, as needed
- Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 5 or more pounds
- Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols
We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:
Medical * Dental * Vision * Short and Long Term Disability * Life Insurance * Health Savings Account * Flexible Spending Account * Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays per Year * Shift Pay (for select inpatient and residential positions) * Educational Reimbursement *
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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