Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Altoona, PA
$200K–$300K + Profit Share/Equity

A large behavioral health organization is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead all operational functions, drive growth, and ensure strong execution across multi-site programs. This role oversees daily operations, performance management, quality, compliance, and strategic expansion while serving as a key partner to ownership. The ideal candidate has deep experience running or scaling a healthcare services business, in mental health or home care.

• Lead day-to-day operations across all service lines and locations.
• Build scalable systems, workflows, and accountability structures.
• Oversee compliance, quality assurance, and service delivery standards.
• Partner with ownership on business strategy, P&L management, and growth initiatives.
• Implement performance metrics, operational reporting, and improvement plans.
• Manage and mentor department heads and field leadership teams.
• Drive geographic expansion and new program/service development.

• Proven experience leading operations in behavioral health, mental health, home care, or related healthcare services.
• Demonstrated ability to run, grow, and optimize a service-based organization.
• Strong executive presence; able to communicate clearly and challenge constructively when needed.
• Skilled in systems building, process creation, and operational oversight.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to navigate complex, multi-site environments while driving accountability.

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