Executive Director- Sycuan Health Center

Sycuan•El Cajon, CA

19h

About The Position

The Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Director to lead the Sycuan Health Center (SHC). This executive leadership role is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operations, financial management, and growth of health programs serving Sycuan and the surrounding community. This is an exceptional opportunity for a healthcare leader who is passionate about improving community health outcomes, building strong partnerships, and advancing innovative healthcare services within a culturally centered environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
10 years of progressive health center management experience
2 years of experience working with non-profit organizations and community groups serving ethnic minorities, seniors and low-income individuals
Thorough knowledge of Federal, State, local and private funding sources and regulations related to healthcare management
Thorough knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles of healthcare administration including personnel management, public relations, financial planning and budgeting
Ability to analyze and interpret data and make sound decisions
Ability to develop and execute business and operational strategies
Ability to interact effectively with internal and external contacts
Ability to conduct effective oral presentations
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
Ability to provide effective leadership and guidance to staff
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Ability to accept constructive criticism

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
Tribal Health Center experience

Responsibilities

Plans and administers the delivery of health services as approved by the Tribal Council
Develops and maintains close interagency working relationships with Federal, State and local public officials, executives of community based organizations, and community leaders and groups
Oversees the operation of the Sycuan Health Center within the framework and policies established by the Tribal Council
Reviews, evaluates and monitors the performance and achievements of the SHC, its personnel and consultants, for compliance with overall program objectives
Implements and maintains policies and procedures to ensure the confidence and privacy of the Tribal Council, staff and patient communications and records
Recommends policy changes as needed to the Tribal Council
Provides periodic and on-going reports to the Tribal Council on the operations, challenges, opportunities, fiscal condition and future projections of SHC
Recommends and implements, within budgets and policies established by the Tribal Council, procedures that will facilitate achievement of SHC established goals and objectives
Recommends SHC plans and goals to secure revenue opportunities that will support the approved budget
Reviews Health Center budgets with Financial Operations Controller in preparation for Tribal Council review
Monitors staff performance, provides team members with regular feedback and performance appraisals and conducts disciplinary actions as needed
Establishes staffing requirements and interviews and selects qualified candidates as needed
Negotiates with funding organizations to optimize SHC funding opportunities
Participates in negotiations with provider organizations to optimize pricing levels for SHC
Reviews and plans methods of payment to professional and institutional health care providers
Reviews and implements the fiscal year plan, departmental budgets and coordinates staff efforts to prepare such budgets and other necessary data to present to the Tribal Council
Obtains, as needed, consulting services for program planning, development, implementation and expertise in specialized fields
Provides the Tribal Council with professional research of operational data to assist its committees with decisions regarding the Health Center and its operations