Regional Executive Director

We need hope-bringers and changemakers - because the work we all do matters. Join a team that shows up for each other as much as we show up for our clients. At Gaudenzia, your purpose fuels progress - for yourself and others.

 

Gaudenzia's Mission: Gaudenzia's Mission is to promote long-term recovery by providing comprehensive treatment and support to people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions, regardless of individual circumstances.

 

What we're looking for: A Regional Executive Director is responsible for managing and overseeing the operations of several complex, multi-site locations organized by specialization. They will have full accountability for the daily program operations, including the administrative and fiscal operations, of their assigned programs encompassing a large operating budget. This individual must ensure quality treatment and compliance with all funding sources; maintain relations with current and potential funding sources; maintain and improve community relations; coordinate fundraising and other community activities; and research and ensure new program development. This individual will also provide leadership development for Division Directors, Program Directors, administrative staff, and fiscal staff. This individual is given the authority to make independent
decisions within the structure and philosophies of Gaudenzia and is expected to demonstrate sound judgment in clinical, fiscal, and administrative areas. Work is performed with very considerable independence in accordance with established regulations, policies, and procedures.
Work is reviewed by the Sr VP of Strategic Transformation and Performance to whom he/she directly reports.

 

Qualifications:

 

Education/Training: Must hold a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in relevant human services or business administration field, plus specialized training.

 

Experience: 10 years in progressively responsible and varied program management, or multi-site management, in a public or private organization, including experience in human resource management, budgeting and procurement

 

Your responsibilities in this role may include:

-Treat all clients and staff with dignity and respect
-Ensure that programs within their assigned specialization are maintaining an accurate census and are managing their budgets throughout the fiscal year
-Assist with strategic initiatives: ensuring continued licensures, certifications, accreditations, continuous quality improvement and innovative marketing strategies
-Support managementteam by selectinagnd retaining leaders to manage assigned programs and creating effective action plans
-Provide leadership, direction and evaluation for division and program directors, with emphasis on developing existing and future talent through mentoring and inspiring performance improvement
-Conduct regular staff meetings with Division/Program Directors to review program performance, quality of services, and ensure good staff morale
-Perform quality reviews of operations including the evaluation of performance indicators and address issues via systemic improvement and assist in the implementation of corrective and/or preventive measures as necessary
-Maintain relations with funders & referral sources, ensuring program understanding, consumer satisfaction, strategic partnerships, continuous improvement efforts, and resolve problems within these respective areas
-Motivate and role model through personal involvement in the community, service organizations, governmental agencies and advocacy programs
-Assist in new program development and implementation through the negotiation and establishment of new contracts.
-Develop, implement and interpret policies and procedures
-Assist HR Business Partner with employee relations, performance improvement, and other human resource matters
-Develop and maintain supportive relationships with the public and community organizations by engaging in public relations activities in coordination with the agency's corporate office
-Oversee all fiscal aspects of the programs within his/her division and report problems to the Executive Director
-Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director

 

What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field!

For additional details regarding our benefits, please visit: https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/

 

Our Operating Principles: We, as members of the Gaudenzia Team, are committed to these principles. They guide the way we perform Gaudenzia business, every day.

We hold client care as our top priority. We assume good intentions. We are present, we connect, & we communicate with transparency, dignity, and respect. We make data-driven decisions with courage, challenge the status quo, find innovative ways to grow Gaudenzia & each other. We support each other publicly & privately in all circumstances. We provide & accept constructive, honest, respectful, and timely feedback with an open mind & without personalization. We operate with integrity, focus on outcomes, & have a bias for action. We follow through on agreements & honor commitments prioritized with a sense of urgency - someone's life may depend on it.

 

Gaudenzia is proud to be an employer of choice - and a treatment provider of choice - in the substance use and co-occurring disorders treatment field. We work hard to foster an inclusive, supportive environment where our employees and clients always feel safe and welcome.

 

Come work with us!

Our Agency is committed to the principles of equal employment. We believe in fostering a positive work environment in which every employee is treated with respect. Our staff hiring and recruitment practices are grounded in fairness, transparency, and merit. All employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and alignment with our mission and values. We actively recruit from a broad range of educational and professional backgrounds to attract the most qualified candidates, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants without preference or discrimination. Our process uses consistent and clear evaluation criteria to support objective decision-making. By emphasizing accountability, efficiency, and integrity throughout every stage--from job posting to onboarding--we build a workforce defined by excellence, professionalism, and commitment to our shared purpose. Gaudenzia is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.