Executive Director - Early Childhood Day Treatment

Kids Thrive • Cleveland, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Director will lead the Early Childhood Day Treatment program, overseeing operations of a specialized therapeutic environment for children ages 3 to 12 with behavioral challenges and mental health needs. The role champions a collaborative, child-centered approach, ensures high-quality care and compliance with healthcare regulations, and fosters a nurturing environment that promotes growth and healing. The Executive Director guides clinicians, therapists, and support staff and is required to hold current LISW-S licensure in the State of Ohio.

Requirements

• Current LISW-S licensure in the State of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and set strategic goals aligned with best practices in behavioral health and early childhood development.
• Oversee daily clinical operations and the delivery of evidence-based therapies, including behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and child and family counseling.
• Manage staff recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA, ICD coding standards (ICD-10/ICD-9), CPT coding, and medical documentation requirements.
• Develop and monitor program budgets, resource allocation, and operational efficiencies.
• Build relationships with families, caregivers, community partners, and healthcare providers to coordinate case management and home and community care initiatives.
• Lead quality assurance through data collection, research initiatives, clinical documentation audits, and continuous improvement strategies to enhance patient outcomes.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed