VP of Young Adult Adolescent Services

Howard Brown Health•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Howard Brown Health is a nationally recognized leader in LGBTQ+ health and wellness. Our commitment to inclusive and affirming care has made us a cornerstone of the Chicago community. At Howard Brown, we believe in providing holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals and enriches lives. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to health equity and social justice. Work in a supportive, inclusive, and culturally competent environment. Access to continuous learning opportunities and professional development. Comprehensive benefits package. Contribute to groundbreaking health initiatives and research. Position Summary: Reporting to the Chief Behavioral Health Officer, the VP, Young Adult & Adolescent Services serves as the most senior operational leader for the Broadway Youth Center, managing daily activities, staff, and programs of the Center while establishing and implementing strategic vision. The VP, Young Adult & Adolescent Services ensures the mission of the Broadway Youth Center (BYC) is advanced in alignment with HBH’s mission and through strategic planning, operational excellence, financial stewardship, and community engagement. This critical role cultivates a high performing environment focused on a culture of equity, inclusion, and collaboration while serving as the primary ambassador for BYC. Driving cross-functional collaboration, this role leverages industry knowledge and best practices to promote the vision of BYC and Howard Brown Health as well as supports culture enhancement and management efforts.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Public Health, Human Services, Business Administration, or related discipline required.
Minimum eight (8) years’ progressive experience managing human services programs within healthcare and/or non-profit environments required.
Of the eight years, minimum five (5) years’ experience focused on programmatic development and oversight as well as grant management and workforce supervision (individual/team) required.
Advanced knowledge of youth development theory, principles and best practices
Ability to demonstrate ethical and compliant practice in all bodies of work
Ability to make formal and effective oral presentations
Ability to prepare clear, concise, and effective reports, letter, and other documents
Ability to evaluate procedures and issues and develop strategies and effective solutions
Knowledge of cash-flow management and projections as well as budget creation and management
Ability to plan, organize, and accomplish organizational goals and objectives
Ability to handle and maintain highly confidential information with professional maturity
Functional and proficient knowledge of various technologies including, but not limited to MS Suite and finance software platforms
Effective communication competencies including written, verbal and listening
Strong knowledge of research approaches and the ability to apply relevant approach toward desired outcome(s)
Strong problem-solving acumen and the ability to engage for supervisory support when appropriate
Ability to demonstrate an understanding and acceptance of equity, inclusion and diversity concepts, and that they are broader than just race, ethnicity, and gender
Ability to work affirmatively with gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) and HIV positive patients
Requires ability to speak audibly and listen
Requires ability to use computers, telephones and other office
Requires ability to sit for extended periods of
May require occasional bending and lifting up to 25

Nice To Haves

Grant writing and grant submission experience preferred
LCSW or similar license preferred
Lean Six Sigma (green or black belt) certification preferred

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership Provides strategic vision, direction, and measurable goals for all aspects of the Center as well as aligns all activities to the strategic plan of the HBH organization.
Consistently identifies core and essential needs of the Center’s population and concepts programming to meet needs in alignment with BYC’s developed and implemented business model.
Consistently evaluates the external environment toward evaluation and planning of risks, opportunities and threats while positioning BYC as a trusted nonprofit leader and advocates for youth rights and well-being.
In partnership with HBH’s data team, serves as the primary strategic leader for all BYC data needs, ensuring data is used to drive targeted and data-driven interventions, track outcomes, define analytical requirements and monitor multi-level performance.
Ensures responsible and ethical financial management within purview, including Center’s budget development, budget monitoring and management, resource planning and re-forecasting (where applicable).
Consistently evaluates the external environment toward evaluation and planning of risks, opportunities and threats.
Partners and collaborates with applicable and relevant stakeholders to integrate HBH service-line offerings toward ensuring a holistic Center experience.
Identifies and advocates for the resources and infrastructure needed to meet established goals and drive success.
Operating Excellence Builds and collaborates in partnerships with nonprofits, government agencies, businesses, and community leaders.
Oversees the quality and performance of Center’s programs, including monitoring achievement of programmatic scopes, resolving grievances and other incidents, and reviewing other performance measures.
Provides leadership to new programmatic initiatives, which will further advance the mission.
Partners with Finance Department to identify, source and manage private and public grants, which support the work of Center’s programs, including but is not limited to, authoring grant applications and reports, communicating with funders, and ensuring grant compliance.
Establishes performance metrics and analyzes performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of established goals and refine strategies accordingly.
Ensures timely and relevant process improvement assessment and action planning in alignment with organizational goals.
Participates in standing and ad hoc committees particularly related to populations served through program offerings.
Represents Howard Brown Health at community events and meetings.
Human Capital Oversight Ensures consistent performance standards, skill-building, and a shared understanding of BYC strategy.
Supervises, motivates, and supports direct and in-direct reports by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback, and communicating how contributions connect to departmental and organizational goals.
Champions agencywide culture-building initiatives, with a focus on operational excellence and mission alignment across all sites and teams.
Other duties as assigned and/or required.

Benefits

Employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance with two PPO plans and an HMO plan.
BCBS HMO, PPO, and PPO Select Plans
BCBS Dental
BCBS Vision
Paid Time Off: 3-weeks paid vacation and 1-week of personal time
12 accrued sick days per year
10 paid holidays, including Juneteenth
PTO Exchange allows employees to turn unused PTO into liquid assets
401k program with up to 5% employer match after 90 days
Employer-paid basic life insurance valued at one times the annual salary
Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Short-term and Long-term disability
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefit account
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness Programs; NHSC & PSLF
Employee Assistance Program with 5 employer-paid counseling sessions
50% off at Brown Elephant Resale Shops and discounts at local businesses