Maple Heights Behavioral Health-posted 4 months ago
Full-time • Executive
Fort Wayne, IN
251-500 employees

Maple Heights Behavioral Health is a premier, state-of-the-art inpatient hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. Our 120-bed facility serves both adults and seniors through a full continuum of inpatient programs designed to support long-term recovery and overall wellness. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our growing organization. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of behavioral healthcare in the region by driving operational excellence, fostering strategic growth, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The ideal candidate is a proven healthcare leader with a deep commitment to behavioral health and a passion for building high-performing teams.

  • Be instrumental in developing a culture that emphasizes high quality care and patient safety.
  • Manage day-to-day operations and staff to achieve objectives in effective patient care outcomes, fiscal management, maintenance of licensure, accreditation, and regulatory criteria.
  • Organize the day-to-day management and operation of the facility through departmentalization, delegation, and alignment of responsibilities.
  • Create and maintain a network of local constituency groups including government agencies, local businesses, affiliate health providers, and the surrounding community.
  • Appraise leadership team performance, assess competencies, and provide coaching/corrective action as appropriate.
  • Ensure participation of staff in facility/program wide in-service and continuing education programs.
  • Recruit allied health professionals and psychiatrists to increase the scope of service offerings.
  • Work with corporate contracting team to manage contract negotiations and compliance.
  • Lead development of continuum of care including comprehensive outpatient services and community-based programs.
  • Serve as the final authority for resolution of staff performance concerns.
  • Attend and chair periodic meetings with the governing body, medical staff, executive management team, and other departments.
  • Abide by all company policies and procedures with integrity and professionalism.
  • Remain current in national healthcare-based initiatives through participation in relevant organizations.
  • Ensure an effective survey readiness plan is always active.
  • Ensure adherence to the Corporate Compliance program.
  • Confirm and lead accurate Governing Board reporting and quarterly calls.
  • Guarantee prompt follow-up of any patient safety issues.
  • Support QAPI activities with resources and training.
  • Demonstrate high leadership skills resulting in efficient planning and implementation.
  • Identify critical issues and maintain understanding of the marketplace and customers.
  • Manage organizational performance to budget and financial goals.
  • Support the executive team to achieve organizational goals.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Clinical Discipline, or related discipline required.
  • Master's degree in health care administration, business administration, Clinical Discipline or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of three to five years of experience in senior leadership or CEO role in a behavioral health, acute care, and/or managed care environment.
  • Demonstrates thorough knowledge of facility administration and clinical operations.
  • Experience in turning around an organization and directing crisis and inpatient behavioral health services.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within inflexible timeframes.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws governing mental health and addiction treatment.
  • Strong financial acumen and business orientation.
  • Experience with startup environments.
  • History of developing high-performing teams.
  • Experience working with HR to develop succession plans.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Annual Performance Bonus & Incentive Plan
  • Equity/Stock Options
  • Comprehensive Relocation Assistance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Robust Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Executive Onboarding & Leadership Development
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