Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – CenterPointe Hospital

Acadia Healthcare • Saint Charles, MO, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1w ago

Overview

Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Acadia operates a growing network of 250 plus behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 11,100 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico. With more than 23,000 employees serving approximately 75,000 patients daily, Acadia is the largest stand-alone behavioral health company in the U.S.

Acadia Healthcare’s purpose is to Lead Care With Light and our mission is to be a world-class organization that sets the standard for excellence in the treatment of mental health and addiction concerns. We strive to maintain our standing as a thought leader in the behavioral healthcare industry, providing treatment that is synonymous with compassion and innovation.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – CenterPointe Hospital

CenterPointe Hospital, a 150-bed private psychiatric facility in Saint Charles, Missouri, specializes in transformative care for adolescents, adults, and seniors. Located in a picturesque suburb near St. Louis, we offer both inpatient and outpatient services for mental health and substance abuse disorders. Our hospital is known for its comprehensive programs and cutting-edge therapies addressing various mental health conditions.

We’re seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead CenterPointe Hospital’s operations as part of the Acadia team. The ideal candidate will drive our mission to provide exceptional psychiatric care in a state-of-the-art setting.

Responsibilities

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Be instrumental in developing a culture that emphasizes high quality care and patient safety.
Manage day-to-day operations and staff to achieve objectives in key performance areas:
- Effective patient care outcomes
- Appropriate fiscal management
- Maintenance of licensure, accreditation, and other regulatory criteria
- Implementation of focused business development processes
- Medical staff compliance with regulatory and accreditation guidelines
Organize day-to-day management and operation of the facility through departmentalization, delegation, and alignment of responsibilities to meet patient care and business objectives.
Create and maintain a network of local constituency groups to include government agencies, local businesses, affiliate health providers, and the surrounding community.
Appraise leadership team performance, assess competencies, and provide coaching/corrective action as appropriate.
Ensure participation of staff in facility/program wide in-service and continuing education programs.
Recruit allied health professionals and psychiatrists to increase service offerings at the facility.
Work with corporate contracting team to manage contract negotiations and compliance with the commercial payer community.
Lead development of continuum of care to include comprehensive outpatient services and community-based programs.
Serve as the final authority for resolution of staff performance concerns and performance improvement activities.
Attend and chair periodic meetings with the governing body, medical staff, executive management team, and other departments.
Abide by all company policies and procedures, operating with the highest personal integrity and professionalism.
Remain current in all national healthcare-based initiatives through participation in relevant organizations.
Ensure an effective survey readiness plan is always active, including a comprehensive auditing plan and corrective actions.
Ensure adherence to the Corporate Compliance program, including timely follow-up with reported compliance issues.
Confirm and lead accurate Governing Board reporting and quarterly calls.
Guarantee prompt, thorough follow-up of any patient safety issues.
Support QAPI activities with resources, training, and other requirements.
Demonstrate a high level of leadership skills resulting in efficient planning and implementation.
Identify critical issues and maintain a deep understanding of the marketplace and customers.
Manage performance to the budget and financial goals.
Support the executive team to achieve goals and objectives that fulfill the mission and vision of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Enhance the reputation of the organization within the community regarding mental health and addiction treatment.
Earn trust and establish credibility among leadership, staff, and medical professionals.
Ensure the facility is financially sound and has a positive operating margin.
Increase occupancy and payor mix as well as customer satisfaction.
Shift the culture toward innovation and revenue diversification.
Promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusiveness, transparency, and collaboration.
Build a culture focused on performance improvement, quality, and service excellence.
Refine strategy to position the organization as a voice for mental health and addiction treatment in the U.S.

Education/Certification

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Clinical Discipline, or related discipline is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Knowledge And Work Experience

Minimum of three to five years of experience in a senior leadership or CEO role in a behavioral health or acute care environment.
Thorough knowledge of facility administration and clinical operations.
Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects within inflexible timeframes.
Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive data.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of state and federal laws governing mental health and addiction treatment.
History of developing high-performing teams.
Experience with HR to develop succession plans.
English sufficient to provide and receive instructions.