Job Opening for Executive Director

Cascade Mental Health, Chehalis, Washington

Cascade Mental Health Care is a non-profit organization that has been providing mental health services to the residents of Lewis County, Washington for over forty years.  Our agency, which has about 72 employees, is seeking to fill the position of Executive Director.

In this diverse and rewarding position that reports to the Board of Directors, the ideal person is the “frontline” for all aspects of the agency and an integral part of the operational success and future of Cascade Mental Health Care.  The ideal person will manage the day-to-day operations and advise the Board on policy development and priority setting, and ensure employees feel supported, motivated, and valued in their work.  The ideal person will be responsible for ensuring the development and implementation of the strategic plan and leading the organization in improving the mental health of the Lewis County community.  This will require working closely with the Board of Directors, inspiring the staff, and participating in community organizations.

Our agency is looking for a trusted leader that consistently demonstrates sound judgment, high integrity and an ability to build positive, lasting relationships.  The ideal person must have a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively with multiple community partners.  The ideal person will ensure the development of an annual balanced budget and pursue agency funding sources, submitting applications, documents, and other material to secure program funding and/or grants. 

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

v  A minimum of three (3) years clinical experience, preferably in human services and/or other not-for profit mental health agencies.

v  Master’s degree in a behavioral health field.

v  Pass background and credit checks.

v  Reside in Lewis County, WA.

v  Legally licensed and insured available transportation and the ability to attend local, state, and/or national meetings and/or trainings.

v  A demonstrated ability to manage and understand the complexity of the professional relationships and to maintain a high level of poise and professionalism in all circumstances.

v  Effective and proven leadership and management skills.

v  Ability to work effectively with boards, committees and community stakeholders.

v  Effectively manage programs to maximize the efficient delivery of quality care.

v  Provide program planning and oversight for all agency clinical service and administrative matters, including those outlined in WAC 388-805-145.

v  Ensure that the agency is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations.  Also ensure that the services provided by the agency are in accordance with all federal, state, regional, county and local laws, rules and regulations, accreditation standards, contractual requirements, the agency’s policy and procedures and ethical standards.

v  An accomplished communicator with the ability to represent the agency before local and state elected officials and governmental agencies as well as the public.

To receive more information, please request the materials at:  jobs@cascadementalhealth.org. Applications and accompanying responses to questions must be returned to this email address by November 16^th, 2012.