Chief Executive Officer

Position Overview:

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead a behavioral health hospital in Saint Charles, Missouri. This executive leader will be responsible for overseeing all operational, clinical, financial, and strategic initiatives to ensure the facility delivers high-quality patient care while maintaining regulatory compliance and strong financial performance.

The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of hospital leadership within a behavioral health setting, along with expertise in accreditation readiness, financial oversight, talent development, and community engagement. This role requires a dynamic leader capable of driving growth, operational excellence, and a culture of accountability and compassion.

• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in a behavioral health, acute care, or managed care environment.
• Minimum of a Bachelors degree required.
• MBA, MHA, or other relevant advanced degree preferred.
• Prior CEO or senior executive leadership experience in a behavioral health hospital strongly preferred.
• Experience leading Joint Commission (JACHO) surveys and accreditation processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial management, budgeting, and business development.
• Proven success in talent recruitment, retention, and leadership development.
• Strong background in marketing strategy and community engagement initiatives.
• Experience overseeing quality improvement programs in a behavioral health hospital setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

• Bachelors degree required, preferably in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Clinical Services, or a related discipline.
• Equivalent experience and/or licensure may be considered in lieu of degree (subject to executive review and approval).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a senior leadership or CEO role within a behavioral health, acute care, or managed care environment, or successful completion of a recognized CEO training program.
• Demonstrated ability to lead licensure, accreditation, and regulatory compliance efforts in a behavioral health facility.
• Thorough knowledge of hospital administration and clinical operations.
• Strong working knowledge of financial management principles and strategic growth initiatives.
• Ability to manage sensitive and proprietary information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and executive communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate within established organizational policies and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in English sufficient to communicate effectively and provide direction.

Tap Healthcare Solutions partners with leading healthcare organizations to place executive leaders who are committed to driving operational excellence and delivering exceptional patient outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to lead a behavioral health facility positioned for continued growth and community impact.

As CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the organization, strengthening clinical quality initiatives, fostering employee engagement, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.