Director, Mission Site Services

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Mission Site Services assists the Director of Mission Services of Ohio by providing leadership and direction to support the integration and continuation of Bon Secours Mercy Health’s Mission and Values. The role helps coordinate efforts to preserve the principles and traditions of the Catholic health ministry and the legacy of the organization’s founding sponsor and other sponsors. The mission leader engages with sites at multiple levels to integrate Mission and Values into site programs and practices.

Working jointly with the Mission and Values Team, the director implements mission formation programs and standards and measures their outcomes. The position coordinates Mission and Values education, spirituality in the workplace, ethical decision-making, and advocacy leadership. The team also collaborates on planning and coordinating heritage celebrations throughout Bon Secours Mercy Health.

The Director maintains connections with assigned sites, responds to organizational needs from a mission perspective, and participates in site and market meetings, operational teams, and relevant committees. The role includes budget planning and review in coordination with the VP of Mission, monthly reporting, site presence and rounding, new-hire and new-manager orientation, employee recognition, and leadership of Mission Committees and annual heritage celebrations.

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 another 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 collaborate with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Outstanding public speaking and presentation skills.
• Negotiation skills, with 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 the mission perspective.
• Initiate and recommend the department budget, and 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 the role of Mission and Values.
• Report projects, concerns, and issues to the Vice President of Mission monthly.
• Maintain a presence and involvement at sites and make 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, and the historical legacy of the Sisters and Catholic identity.
• Orient new managers to their roles in clinical and organizational ethics and reinforce that each employee is responsible for knowing and living the mission.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to recognize and celebrate employees who demonstrate commitment to Mission through values-based behaviors, including participation in the Spirit of the Mission Committee and Employee of the Month presentations.
• Provide leadership to Mission Committees and coordinate annual heritage celebrations to help staff internalize the legacy of the Sponsors.
• Work jointly with the Mission and Values Team to implement mission formation programs and standards and measure their outcomes.
• Coordinate Mission and Values education, workplace spirituality, ethical decision-making, and leadership in advocacy.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
• 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.
• 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