Executive Director

The Emily Program • Seattle, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care. Position Overview The Executive Director is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the strategic development, operational excellence, and financial sustainability of an Inpatient/Residential treatment facility. This role requires a visionary leader who can inspire a collaborative and client-centered environment while maintaining the highest standards of care and fostering organizational growth. Responsible for the overall performance of the treatment facility, ensuring operational excellence, outstanding employee leadership, and financial sustainability. Responsible for the development of strategic plans to achieve both operational and financial targets. Collaborating with clinical leaders, community stakeholders, internal stakeholders to ensure census goals are met and productivity standards are upheld. This key leadership role fosters a collaborative and client-centered environment, maintaining the highest quality of care, while driving the growth and success of the site. Dedicated to promoting an inclusive and culturally competent work environment as well as creating a welcoming atmosphere within the IP/Res Programs.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a behavioral science field such as Social Work (MSW), Clinical Social Work (CSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Licensed Professional Counseling (LPC), or a closely related discipline is required.
• Active Independent licensure as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of five years of management experience in the healthcare industry, required.
• Experience in individual and family psychotherapy, required.
• Valid driver’s license and authorization to drive company vehicles, required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (within 30 days of hire), required.

Nice To Haves

• Eating Disorder experience, highly preferred.
• Board-approved clinical supervisor, highly preferred.
• Eating Disorder Certification, highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees onsite day to day operations of assigned programs and analyzes Key Performance Indicators of each program to ensure the embodiment of the organizational values of access to care and clinical quality.
• Collaborates with Senior Regional Director to identify areas of improvement within programs and solution focused plans of action.
• Collaboratively partners with Human Resources department to lead team and establish a trusting and productive department. This includes carrying out essential HR functions for direct reports (i.e. hiring, annual reviews, performance management, and personnel improvement plans).
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with systems, policies, and procedures in each program.
• Ensures programs are in compliance with regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies, and requirements of third-party payers.
• Meet or exceed monthly census goals for PHP/IDP, IOP, and OP program areas.
• Maintain high standards of timeliness, accuracy, and quality in provider documentation.
• Achieve high levels of client satisfaction by delivering exceptional care, actively monitoring outcomes, and implementing innovative treatment approaches.
• Cultivate strong relationships with staff through clear communication, leadership development, and a supportive work environment.
• Oversee clinical operations, ensuring billable hour targets, client feedback integration, and overall staff performance meet excellence standards.
• Make strategic decisions on hiring, program expansion/contraction, and staffing models to balance client demand with financial goals.
• Manage new client inquiries, waitlists, and overall program census to maximize service delivery and site efficiency.
• Ensure comprehensive oversight of treatment programs, including co-occurring specialties and innovative therapeutic models, to achieve client and financial objectives.
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to the leadership team, ensuring alignment with site goals and performance measures.
• Maintain a small caseload, if licensed as a clinical therapist, to stay connected to the client experience and ensure the ongoing relevance of clinical services.
• Provide clinical supervision in accordance with licensure, contributing to staff development and quality care, as needed.
• Participate in clinical/administrative on call rotation within facility, as needed.
• Other responsibilities as needed

Benefits

• HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
• Vision insurance (EyeMed)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan available two months after start date
• Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation
• Generous PTO plan accrues annually
• Seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO

What This Job Offers

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