Chief Executive Officer - Acute Psychiatric Hospital

Acadia•Belton, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center in Belton, Texas and deliver exceptional clinical, operational, and financial outcomes. This role is an opportunity to Lead Care with Light by advancing access to high-quality behavioral health services for patients, families, and the communities we serve. The CEO serves as the senior executive responsible for day-to-day hospital operations, long-term strategic growth, and consistent performance across quality, regulatory, talent, and financial dimensions. This leader will bring proven experience operating an acute psychiatric or behavioral health hospital, with the ability to translate local market insight into sustainable success. This is a highly visible leadership role with full responsibility for facility performance, culture, and community impact. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience operating an acute psychiatric or behavioral health hospital is required; prior CEO experience strongly preferred
Minimum 3 to 5 years in a senior leadership role within behavioral health, acute care, or a related healthcare environment
Proven success in driving financial, quality, regulatory, and operational performance
Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, Marketing, or a related field
Deep understanding of hospital operations, behavioral health delivery models, and regulatory requirements
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, growth strategies, and payer relationships
Skilled at building and leading high-performing teams and fostering accountability
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills
Ability to navigate complexity, adapt to change, and lead with a solution-oriented mindset
High integrity with the ability to manage sensitive information professionally

Nice To Haves

MBA or MHA strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the overall operation and performance of the hospital, aligning strategy with Acadia’s mission and values
Develop and execute strategic business plans, capital plans, and operating budgets in partnership with the governing body and medical staff
Leverage local market expertise to drive sustainable growth, access, and service line expansion
Identify opportunities to enhance performance through innovation, analytics, and operational efficiency
Deliver consistent achievement of census growth and EBITDA targets
Oversee fiscal management, payer contracting, and revenue optimization strategies
Ensure disciplined execution across all operational priorities, balancing short-term results with long-term sustainability
Maintain continuous survey readiness and ensure full compliance with all licensure, accreditation, and regulatory standards
Champion a culture of safety and accountability, ensuring prompt resolution of patient safety concerns
Lead performance improvement and QAPI initiatives to drive best-in-class patient outcomes and satisfaction
Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team and clinical workforce
Build a culture rooted in accountability, engagement, and continuous development
Foster an environment aligned to an employee value proposition that supports caregivers and strengthens retention
Partner closely with the Medical Director and medical staff to ensure excellence in clinical care delivery
Expand service offerings through physician and allied health recruitment
Serve as the face of the hospital within the community
Build strong relationships with referral sources, government agencies, and healthcare partners
Position the hospital as the provider of choice through meaningful engagement and market insight
Provide clear direction and accountability across the facility
Lead governing board engagement and reporting
Drive a high-performance culture grounded in integrity, collaboration, and results