Who we are:

ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector. Founded in 2008 by pre-eminent psychiatrists and psychologists in the eating disorder space, ERC Pathlight now treats over 6,000 patients per year, operates more than 30 facilities in 7 states and delivers tele-healthcare to patients nationally. We offer the most comprehensive treatment program in the country for patients who struggle with eating disorders, mood and anxiety and trauma-related disorders.

We are currently seeking an Executive Director to inspire and manage a team of cross functional clinical leaders and oversee the day-to-day operations and administration of assigned hospitals/facilities within a region. Reporting to the Regional Vice President, this role is responsible for complete performance of hospital/facility performance including operations, administration, financial management, teammate engagement, compliance, quality, patient satisfaction, and growth.

What you will be doing:

Overseeing and supporting day-to-day operations and administration of assigned facilities/hospitals to deliver the highest quality care for patients and their families Designing and implementing business strategies to ensure you reach/exceed hospitals/facilities targets and organizational goals Leading, developing, mentoring and inspiring a cross-functional leadership team responsible for providing guidance and direction to front-line teammates Recruiting top talent and providing new hires with the training, tools and resources they need to be successful Engaging teams in the development of actions plans that promote patient satisfaction, quality & compliance, support approved growth, engage and retain teammates, and generate referrals, efficiencies, and improved productivity Implementing national standards in partnership with the RVP, COO/CNO, and CMO Partnering with corporate teams and clinical, nursing and medical leaders to remove barriers that negatively impact staffing, productivity, patient census, patient satisfaction, referrals, costs, revenue, and inhibit planned growth Continually monitoring hospital/facility compliance ensuring we meet state, federal and governing regulatory agencies requirements. Protect PHI only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards Managing growth plans and facility expansions projects to ensure requirements are met prior to projected opening. Promoting ERC Pathlight in the community by building relationships with schools and actively networking with other behavioral health professionals. Maintain awareness of competition; proactively assessing hospital/facility related strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Other duties as assigned

Our ideal candidate:

7+ years of progressive leadership experience working in behavioral health operations Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Human Services or a related field preferred A proven track record of successfully managing complex issues for vulnerable populations; Eating disorder experience preferred The ability to set clear and challenging goals while committing the organization to improved performance A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence others into action and to think creatively about solutions Experience developing and implementing effective operational and financial systems and controls A focus on culture, teammate engagement, improving retention and attracting top talent Effective leadership skills and experience hiring, developing, and motivating a high-performing team Judgment and decision-making skills-must know when and how to “push-back” on decisions and how to make tough calls to keep work moving forward A high degree of learning agility and adaptability, able to adapt nimbly and lead others through complex situations Experience leading teams in an environment that moves at a rapid pace, where change is common.

How we invest in you

Every role at ERC Pathlight is essential to delivering the high-quality care we promise to our patients. This means that from day one, we’re here to support your role by offering ongoing training and continuing education opportunities, as well as support to achieve internal growth.

What we offer

Healthy organizations value the mental wellness of their teams, and we understand that the professionals who work for us are not immune to their own mental health conditions. In the same way we observe and guide our patients, we take the same consideration for our employees when building our benefits packages and healthcare offerings. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefit plans, Generous Paid Time Off, 401(K) with company match and tuition reimbursement.

Base compensation for the Executive Director is $132,000 - 192,000 based upon market and candidate experience.