Director, Mission Site Services

Mercy Health BSMH • Cincinnati, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Mission Site Services provides leadership and direction to support the integration and continuation of Bon Secours Mercy Health’s mission and values at the assigned site or sites. The role helps ensure that the principles and traditions of the Catholic health ministry and the legacy of the founding sponsor and other sponsors are carried forward. The Director engages with the sites at varied levels, integrating mission and values into programs and practices, and works with the Mission and Values Team to implement mission formation programs, standards, and outcome measurements.

This leadership role coordinates mission and values education, workplace spirituality, ethical decision-making, and advocacy. In collaboration with the Mission and Values Team, the Director also plans and coordinates heritage celebrations throughout Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Requirements

• Graduate degree (master’s) in Theology, Religious Studies, or a related field, or commitment to obtain a master’s degree from an accredited institution within two years of the start date or an alternative timeframe approved by the organization.
• Two to three years of demonstrated leadership experience in a health care or not-for-profit organization.
• Leadership experience with faith-based organizations.
• Strong working knowledge of Catholic theology, as outlined in CHA Competencies for Mission Leaders.
• Strong working knowledge of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services.
• Commitment to embracing and sharing Bon Secours Mercy Health System values and a strong service orientation.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills.
• Negotiation skills, including the ability to advocate effectively and build consensus.
• Effective research, analytical, judgment, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a mission connection with assigned sites, understand organizational needs, and respond to those needs from a mission perspective.
• Initiate and recommend the department budget; formulate, review, and approve budget expenditures with the VP of Mission.
• Participate in regular market or site meetings, Operational Team meetings, and committees related to Mission and Values.
• Report projects, concerns, and issues monthly to the Vice President of Mission.
• Maintain a presence and involvement at the site, including making rounds to support patient satisfaction and Mission and Values.
• Promote rituals that help employees understand the spiritual meaning and Catholic heritage of key celebrations.
• Orient new hires to Mission and Values, organizational culture, the historical legacy of the Sisters, and Catholic identity.
• Orient new managers to their role in clinical and organizational ethics, and reinforce that each employee is responsible for knowing and living the mission.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to recognize employees who demonstrate commitment to Mission through values-based behaviors, including through the Spirit of the Mission Committee and Employee of the Month presentations.
• Provide leadership to Mission Committees and the organization in annual Heritage celebrations to help staff internalize the legacy of the Sponsors.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director