Chief Medical Officer

The Centers•Cleveland, OH

23h

About The Position

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. 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.

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

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

Benefits

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