Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - MeadowWood Behavioral Health

Acadia • New Castle, DE

292d

About The Position

Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Acadia operates a growing network of 250 plus behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 11,100 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico. With more than 23,000 employees serving approximately 75,000 patients daily, Acadia is the largest stand-alone behavioral health company in the U.S. Acadia Healthcare's purpose is to Lead Care With Light and our mission is to be a world-class organization that sets the standard for excellence in the treatment of mental health and addiction concerns. We strive to maintain our standing as a thought leader in the behavioral healthcare industry, providing treatment that is synonymous with compassion. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital, located in New Castle, Delaware, is a 120-bed psychiatric and addiction treatment facility located on 11 private acres. MeadowWood is a top provider for adolescent, adult, and geriatric mental health and substance abuse treatment services in the area. As a psychiatric and addiction detox treatment facility, MeadowWood Behavioral offers a safe and comfortable environment where patients can leave the stress of the outside world behind and focus completely on their recovery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Clinical Discipline, or related discipline is required.
• Master's degree in health care administration, business administration, Clinical Discipline or related field is 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.
• Excellent people skills and ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels.
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission accreditation standards and compliance efforts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with HR to develop robust succession plans.
• History of developing high-performing teams and creating followership.
• Strong financial acumen and business orientation.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 and direct contract negotiations and compliance.
• Oversee contract relationships and report on contract performance.
• Lead development of continuum of care including outpatient services and community-based programs.
• Serve as the final authority for resolution of staff performance concerns.
• Attend and chair periodic meetings with governing body, medical staff, and executive management team.
• Ensure an effective survey readiness plan is always active.
• Confirm and lead accurate Governing Board reporting and quarterly calls.
• Guarantee prompt follow-up of any patient safety issues.
• Support QAPI activities including direct and leadership staff resources.
• Assist in the development of long-range goals and annual objectives.
• Manage the performance of the organization to the budget and financial goals.
• Practice financial acumen in managing budgets and census.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
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• Education Level: Bachelor's degree