Chief Medical Officer

The Centers • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

About The Centers The Centers for Families and Children is building a comprehensive behavioral health system of care, serving 20,000+ individuals annually across 11 locations in Greater Cleveland. We provide judgment-free care across the full continuum—from prevention and early intervention to crisis response and inpatient treatment coming later in 2026. The Opportunity We're seeking an exceptional Chief Medical Officer to provide strategic medical leadership and clinical direction as a key member of our executive team. Reporting to the President & CEO, you'll drive medical excellence, lead our medical and nursing teams, and shape the future of integrated behavioral health care. This is a rare opportunity to lead growth and transformational change in behavioral health—working hand-in-hand with executive partners to build innovative care models, advance clinical quality, and ensure every person we serve receives the highest standard of compassionate, evidence-based care. What You'll Do Lead Medical Strategy & Clinical Excellence Develop and implement medical strategies aligned with our 2035 vision for comprehensive behavioral health care Advance integrated care approaches that address physical, mental, and behavioral health needs Drive evidence-based practices and trauma-informed, person-centered care delivery Champion clinical quality improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes Oversee Medical Operations & Teams Provide leadership to medical teams and nursing operations across our continuum of care Establish clinical productivity standards, quality metrics, and utilization management processes Ensure regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and patient safety across all service lines Leverage data and EHR systems to drive clinical decision-making Partner with Executive Leadership Collaborate closely with the Chief Program Officer, CFO, and COO to integrate medical services across operations Participate in organizational strategy, board presentations, and enterprise-wide decision-making Support expansion initiatives including continuum enhancements, mergers/acquisitions, and strategic partnerships Develop sustainable financial models for medical services Build & Develop Clinical Workforce Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing medical and nursing professionals Foster a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, accountability, and trauma-informed leadership Oversee credentialing, privileging, and continuing medical education programs Champion clinician well-being, engagement, and retention Represent & Advocate Serve as a clinical thought leader for behavioral health integration and access Build relationships with healthcare systems, community partners, and regulatory bodies Strengthen strategic alliances with medical partners, payers, and community health organizations What You Bring Required Qualifications MD or DO degree from accredited medical school Board certification in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty Current, unrestricted Ohio medical license (or ability to obtain) and DEA registration 10-15 years of progressive medical leadership experience 5-7 years in senior executive or medical director roles Proven track record leading medical teams in behavioral health, integrated care, or health system settings Experience overseeing nursing operations and building interdisciplinary care teams Preferred Experience Master's in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration Leadership in non-profit healthcare organizations Additional certifications in addiction medicine or related specialties Value-based care and quality incentive program experience Leadership Competencies Visionary Leadership: Inspire transformational change and align clinical strategies with organizational mission Financial Acumen: Understand healthcare economics, reimbursement models, and P&L implications Data-Driven: Integrate clinical, financial, and operational data into strategic decision-making Collaborative Partnership: Build trust across clinical and non-clinical leadership Cultural Competence: Champion equity, reduce stigma, and serve diverse populations with dignity Innovation Mindset: Embrace new care models, technology solutions, and informed risk-taking Our Values We seek leaders who embody: Belonging - Creating inclusive, psychologically safe environments Purpose - Making mission-driven decisions that connect to healing and inspiration Bravery - Taking courageous action to innovate and advocate Gratitude & Growth - Seeking feedback, reflecting, and investing in development We Can & We Will - Taking ownership and persisting with optimism Comprehensive Benefits Package Time Off & Work-Life Balance 27 vacation days annually (up to 80 hours rolls over) 20 sick days annually (rolls over to maximum of 720 hours) 9 paid holidays including New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day 1 floating holiday of your choice annually Retirement & Financial Wellness 401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% employer contribution (begins first of month following nine months of service) 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan for additional tax-deferred savings Professional Development & Additional Benefits Executive coaching to support your leadership growth Employee Assistance Program Working Conditions Regular travel to 5 Health Center locations and community partner sites (20-30%) Standard business hours with evening/weekend flexibility for on-call coverage and board meetings Possible direct patient care responsibilities based on organizational need and specialty

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from accredited medical school
• Board certification in Psychiatry, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or related specialty
• Current, unrestricted Ohio medical license (or ability to obtain) and DEA registration
• 10-15 years of progressive medical leadership experience
• 5-7 years in senior executive or medical director roles
• Proven track record leading medical teams in behavioral health, integrated care, or health system settings
• Experience overseeing nursing operations and building interdisciplinary care teams

Nice To Haves

• Master's in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration
• Leadership in non-profit healthcare organizations
• Additional certifications in addiction medicine or related specialties
• Value-based care and quality incentive program experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement medical strategies aligned with our 2035 vision for comprehensive behavioral health care
• Advance integrated care approaches that address physical, mental, and behavioral health needs
• Drive evidence-based practices and trauma-informed, person-centered care delivery
• Champion clinical quality improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes
• Provide leadership to medical teams and nursing operations across our continuum of care
• Establish clinical productivity standards, quality metrics, and utilization management processes
• Ensure regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and patient safety across all service lines
• Leverage data and EHR systems to drive clinical decision-making
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Program Officer, CFO, and COO to integrate medical services across operations
• Participate in organizational strategy, board presentations, and enterprise-wide decision-making
• Support expansion initiatives including continuum enhancements, mergers/acquisitions, and strategic partnerships
• Develop sustainable financial models for medical services
• Recruit, mentor, and retain high-performing medical and nursing professionals
• Foster a culture of clinical excellence, innovation, accountability, and trauma-informed leadership
• Oversee credentialing, privileging, and continuing medical education programs
• Champion clinician well-being, engagement, and retention
• Serve as a clinical thought leader for behavioral health integration and access
• Build relationships with healthcare systems, community partners, and regulatory bodies
• Strengthen strategic alliances with medical partners, payers, and community health organizations

Benefits

• 27 vacation days annually (up to 80 hours rolls over)
• 20 sick days annually (rolls over to maximum of 720 hours)
• 9 paid holidays including New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day
• 1 floating holiday of your choice annually
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% employer contribution (begins first of month following nine months of service)
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan for additional tax-deferred savings
• Executive coaching to support your leadership growth
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees