Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Behavioral Health Hospital (Council Bluffs)

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Behavioral Health Hospital

About the Company

Industry leading provider of behavioral healthcare services

Industry

Hospital & Health Care

Type

Public Company

Founded

2005

Employees

10,001+

Categories

• Health & Wellness
• Health Care
• Healthcare
• Hospitals & Clinics
• Biotechnology

Specialties

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the launch and long-term operations of a new 96-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a culture that prioritizes high-quality care and patient safety, managing day-to-day operations to achieve key performance objectives, and maintaining a deeply partnered relationship with internal and external stakeholders. This role requires a visionary leader with a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a senior leadership or CEO role within a behavioral health, acute care, or managed care environment, and a proven track record in facility administration and clinical operations. The CEO will be instrumental in creating and maintaining a network of local constituency groups, recruiting allied health professionals, and leading the development of a continuum of care that includes comprehensive outpatient services and community-based programs.

Candidates for the CEO position at the company's new behavioral health hospital should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a Master's degree preferred, and a strong knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing mental health and addiction treatment. The role demands a transformational leader with strong financial acumen, a history of developing high-performing teams, and experience in business development processes. The ideal candidate will be a highly visible and inspiring leader, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and capable of making complex decisions in the best interest of the organization. Personal characteristics should include an uncompromising passion for the mission, authenticity, integrity, and exceptional communication skills. The CEO will also be responsible for ensuring the facility's compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards and for leading the organization in continuous improvement and change management.

Hiring Manager Title

Board Chair

Travel Percent

Less than 10%

Functions