Chief Operations Officer (COO) - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare (PN: 20043742

Chief Operations Officer (COO) - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

The Chief Operations Officer (COO) at Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare serves as a strategic, forward-thinking leader responsible for shaping and optimizing the hospital's operational backbone. As a trusted partner to executive leadership, the COO directs, designs, and drives the full spectrum of NBH's plant operations, including communications systems, property management, safety and health programs, facility engineering, and food services to ensure a safe, therapeutic, and resource-efficient environment for patients, staff, and the community.

Operational Leadership

Oversees all plant operations, including communications, property management, safety and health programs, facility engineering, and food services. Creates and carries out plans and procedures to make sure all resources are used effectively. Reviews and approves equipment purchases and coordinates major spending for property management. Advises administrators on new equipment, communication needs, and other operational matters.

Supervision and Staff Management

Leads department managers and gives day-to-day direction to assigned staff. Handles hiring, discipline, performance issues, and training. Makes sure all supervised areas follow department policies, state and federal laws, and union agreements.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensures departments are fully prepared for surveys from CMS and The Joint Commission (TJC). Helps other departments get ready for inspections and develops policies and procedures that support compliance.

Capital Planning and Facility Development

Leads capital planning, including bed capacity projections, unit placement, and improvements to the therapeutic environment. Works with architects, planners, and maintenance teams on construction, repairs, and major improvements. Develops building configuration plans, manages equipment procurement, and oversees building closures while ensuring all patient standards and regulations are met.

Strategic Planning and Coordination

Coordinates the development, implementation, and monitoring of the hospital's operational plan. Serves as a member of the NBH Hospital Executive Committee (HEC). Represents the hospital in meetings with federal, state, and local officials on capital planning and related topics.

This leader helps guide NBH's long-term growth while maintaining compliance, efficiency, and a patient-centered focus. This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of $47.50/hour. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This position is located at our Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare location, located at 1756 Sagamore Rd Northfield, Ohio 44067.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Additional Salary / Appointment Information:
Longevity supplement at 5 years of service

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.