Executive Director

Job Details

Job Location

Dayton 624 Xenia - Dayton, OH

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Job Category

Management

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Person in this position will be responsible for setting the strategic direction, fostering community relationships, fundraising, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization. See Essential job functions below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan in alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.

• Continue to transform the organization around a Whole Family Coaching model.

• Continuously evaluate and adjust the strategic plan to adapt to changing community needs and opportunities.

• Fundraising and Resource Development:

• Build and lead a fund development team.

• Identify and secure funding sources, including grans, donations, and partnerships, to support the organization’s programs and operations.

• Work with the grants team to apply for a secure federal, state, and local grant to support day-to-day operations.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners.

• Program Management:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of all programs.

• Integrate the Whole Family Coaching model into all programs.

• Ensure programs are effective, efficient, and aligned with the organization’s mission.

• Effectively manage outcomes reporting to funders and key stakeholders.

• • Financial Management:

• Work with the accounting staff and your management team to develop and manage the organization’s budget, ensuring financial sustainability.

• Diversify and grow the organization’s funding mix to include more private (unrestricted) and Medicaid fee-for service income streams.

• Monitor financial performance and report to the Community Action Council on the organization’s fiscal health.

• Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and inspire a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for staff.

• Raising the skill level of the staff to grow with the organization and the community.

• Focus on operational management and leadership.

• Establishing Strategic Alliances:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, including government agencies, schools, local businesses, and non-profit organizations.

• Represent the organization at public events, meetings, and conferences.

• Develop strong informal and formal partnerships with other community members to deliver services.

• Advocacy and Public Relations:

• Advocate for policies and initiatives that benefit the organization’s constituents and mission.

• Effectively communicate the organization’s impact and goals to the public and media.

• Represent East End as the chief spokesperson for the organization.

• Develop and enhance working relationships with local, state, and federal government leaders.

• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and

• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Strong understanding of education, workforce, addiction and mental health issues, and community development services.

• A passion for working with children and families to provide hope and a path forward.

• An understanding of prevention services and the role they play in developing health and positive futures for children and families.

• Demonstrated success in fundraising and resource development.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

• Understanding the complexity of diverse and under-resourced community and families.

• Demonstrated ability to manage a positive team environment.

• Financial acumen and experience managing budgets.

• Strong organizational and strategic planning abilities.

• Ability to inspire and motivate a team.

• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.

• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required; and

• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

  EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Proven leadership experience in the non-profit sector, with a minimum of five (5) years of executive-level management.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.

  LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Not applicable for this position.

  WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting.

• Travel throughout the community and state is required.