Executive Director

As the Executive Director, you will be the driving force behind our organization’s mission and vision. You will lead with passion and purpose, inspiring a team of dedicated professionals while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Your strategic mindset will guide our initiatives, ensuring we achieve our goals while adapting to the ever-evolving landscape. This is an incredible opportunity to make a significant impact and steer our organization toward a bright future!

• Serve as internal leader of the organization by coordinating the annual operations plan and budget; leading the performance management process that measures and evaluates progress against goals for the agency; and providing for all staff a strong day-to-day leadership presence, bridging regional operations and supporting an open-door policy among all staff
• Partner with the Clinical Director, the Compliance Officer and all other staff to ensure these areas and the areas of information technology, quality improvement, and corporate communications are functioning appropriately.
• Review on an ongoing basis services being offered and work with the Clinical Director to develop new programs as needs emerge.
• Responsible for all activities pertaining to licensure, human rights, personnel, finance, and contracts, either directly or through appointing staff and providing oversight.
• Inform the Board of Directors of all program issues and accomplishments.
• Responsible for all program planning, organizing, operating and staffing, through direct implementation or supervision of assigned staff.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and managing the program aspects of the annual budget in conjunction with the board of directors.
• Prepare and submit an annual operational budget to the Board of Directors for review and approval, manage effectively within this budget, and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered.
• Ensure the continued financial viability of Mississippi Behavioral Health Services program through sound fiscal management. Provide programmatic leadership and input for all strategic planning processes.
• Responsible for ensuring that all services are in compliance with all federal, state, funding, and city regulations, certifications and licensing requirements.
• Implement and lead a continuous quality improvement process throughout the program and service areas, focusing on systems/process improvement. Promote regular and ongoing opportunities for all staff to give feedback on program operations.
• Ensure all program activities operate consistently and ethically within the mission and values of Mississippi Behavioral Health Services.
• Working in partnership with the board of directors and other corporate leadership, create the strategic plans and implement new processes and approaches to achieve it.
• Other duties and responsibilities as defined and assigned by the Board of Directors.
• Cultivate strong relationships with stakeholders, including community partners, and staff, to foster collaboration and support.
• Oversee business development efforts to identify new opportunities and expand our reach within the community.
• Manage projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness across all departments.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of ethical governance.

• Graduate level degree (master's level or above) and at least 3 full-time years of administrative experience in services related to mental health, intellectual/developmental disabilities, or substance use; OR
• Bachelor's degree, with at least seven years of full-time administrative experience in services related to mental health, intellectual/development disabilities, or substance use
• LPC, LCSW or LMFT licensure in the state of Mississippi preferred
• Strong background in strategic planning and execution.
• Demonstrated success in business development
• Exceptional project management skills with a track record of successful outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance