Executive Director/CEO

The successful candidate will possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Business or related filed. He/She will be independently licensed by the State of Ohio in Social Work, Addiction/Prevention or a related Mental Health field; Supervision certification highly recommended. A proven track record in personnel management, budgeting, public relations, fiscal management, and human resources are essential to this role. Strong persuasive and presentation skills are required.

The Executive Director is responsible for the effective management of the agency, operating within an approved budget on a sound financial basis. Planning, directing, implementing and achieving organizational goals associated with policies of the Board of Directors.

Act as a liaison to funders, and the community at large; providing oversight of Board approved strategic and financial plans. The
individual will lead, manage, supervise and/or delegate all administrative aspects of UMADAOP, including operations, business planning, staff management, benefits programs, budget and finance activity, information technology, facility maintenance and general administrative services.

Essential Job Function:  Support the organizations objectives
• Leads the development and implementation of business operational strategies, goals, plans and
tactics.
• Leads the development of an annual budget and execution of operating business plan.
• Leads the development and implementation of the purpose, vision, and mission of the company
including the deliverance of safety and clinical excellence, a strong service culture, and strong
financial results.
• Leads in the development of long-term strategic plans, governance structure and objectives
for practice management, as established by the governing Board of Directors.
• Ensures the recruitment, retention and supervision of professionalstaff.
• Cultivate a holistic work environment thatsupports the agencies policies and procedures related
to staffing, employee culture, and accountability tothe company's mission and vision.
• Analyzes, recommends and supports practices seeking to improve performance on quality
measures to engage in work redesign, changes in organization systems, policies and procedures,
and quality improvement process within the organization.
• Responsible for the direction, preparation and dissemination of corporate documents to maintain
compliance with CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities).
• Foster collaborative relationships with community, county and state agencies.
• Ensures all services meet the needs of the community and the population(s)served.
• Ensure that operations function in an efficient and effective manner, including:
                 o Service delivery and information systems
                 o Risk Management and corporate compliance
                 o Scheduling and records management.
• Directs staff to ensure financial and budgetary goals are met.
• Directs staff to ensure clinical outcomes are achieved.                                                                                                                                                                   Direct staff to ensure prevention outcomes are achieved.

Oversees the operational standards             
• Ensures allservices rendered as well as ongoing business processes and operations are managed
and conducted legally, ethically, in accordance with the highest professional standards and best
practice.
• Implement and upholds all polices of the organization, and ensures all operations are consistent
with the stated mission and directions set forth by the Board of Directors.
• Ensures all operations are performed within accreditation standards and corporate policy.
• Ensure all staff are properly trained and prepared to perform the duties of their position.

Relationships
• Works with staff to foster and maintain a professional culture that promotes mutual respect and
collaborative work relationships.
• Resolve conflicts and ensure all employees perform their duties in a manner consistent with
organizational policies, procedures and best practices associated with the respective disciplines.
• Develop and maintains positive working relationships with staff throughout the organization, the
Board of Directors and key member of the communities served.

Leadership and Financial Responsibility
• Ensures the organization is efficient in its use of resources and operates within budget.
• Ensures funds, physical assets and other property of UMADAOP, Inc. is properly safeguarded.
• Uphold the mission, values and principles of the organization and ensures all business activities
are consistent with the principles.
• Recruits hires and develops a highly effective team. Foster an environment that supports
professional growth through measurement and evaluation of performance, as well as appropriate
incentives and/or disciplinary interventions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Qualification Requirements:
• Master's Degree in Business, Social Work, Counseling or a related field.
• Independently licensed by the State of Ohio in Social Work, Addiction/Prevention or a related Mental
Health field; Supervision added value.
• Experienced in personnel management, budgeting, public relations, fiscal management, and human
resources staff development.
• Strong persuasive and presentation skills required.
• Ability to provide leadership in the establishment and implementation of operational strategies, business
plans, operational tactics, budgets and goals.
• Demonstrated skills at relationship building and developing strategic partnerships.
• Ability to think strategically and demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• A strong financial acumen and ability to analyze and communicate complex financial issues in a clear and
concise manner.
• Culturally competent and communicates effectively across cultural boundaries.
• Thorough knowledge of Windows Operating System, Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Medical
Records (EMR). Knowledge of CareLogic EHR Platform is added value