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Executive Director of Residential Treatment

KVC Health Systems
Springfield, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026

KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Facility
Location: 
Springfield, MO

Job Summary

 
The Executive Director of Residential Treatment Services position provides the guidance, direction and monitoring to ensure achievement of targeted goals and outcomes, including full enrollment per budget capacity; compliance with Joint Commission and program contracts, and KVC procedures, standards, and policies. The position may directly supervise the Milieu Services Manager, Associate Director of Operations, Associate Director of Program Services, Clinical Services Manager, education and at certain locations the Maintenance Manager and Food Services Manager. The Executive Director of Residential Treatment Services actively participates in the KVC leadership team and is responsible for achievement of the overall strategic plan goals, annual outcomes, quality indicators, and core competency performance standards for all Residential staff.

Education 
Required: Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Qualifications:

  • Strong customer service focus and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong and demonstrated personal commitment to their professional development and growth.
  • Proven multi-project prioritization abilities
  • Maintain Safe Crisis Management certification (SCM)
  • Excellent reading, oral and written communication skills and understand English.
  • Exceptional verbal, written, analytical, communication, and persuasive skills, and the ability to interact effectively with all
  • levels of employees and management.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel and email applications
  • Willingness to travel
  • Possess a current, valid driver's license and meet the agency requirements for insurance

Experience:

  • A minimum of five years’ experience working with children in a residential setting.
  • A minimum of four years previous supervisory experience

Preferred Experience/Skills:

  • LCSW or LPC license
  • Two (2) years’ experience in an administrative position in a residential setting
  • Experience working with children and families in a trauma informed environment

Benefits:


Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

  • Comprehensive insurance coverage to keep you and your family healthy and protected.

Paid Parental Leave

  • Receive financial support during parental leave to help you spend quality time with your new family member.

Start accruing PTO on day ONE

  • Opportunity to earn up to 10 days off in your first year, including sick time.

403(b) with Company Match

  • Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future.

Tuition Reimbursement

  • Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.

Professional Licensure and Certification Reimbursement

  • Support for obtaining and renewing professional licenses and certifications.

Employee Assistance Program

  • Confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

Wellness Benefits

  • Access to health screenings and mental health support promote overall well-being.

Why KVC?

KVC is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. We also believe in the importance of work-life balance, and we offer a variety of programs and resources to help our employees achieve it (Wellbeing Committee, DEI B Committee, Talent Development Programs, etc.).

At KVC Health Systems, our employees are our greatest asset. Based on the voice of our employees, KVC debuted with a 83 Work Wellbeing score on Indeed, a rating so high and rare that it places KVC among the top 1% of employers nationally. We are committed to providing a positive, supportive work environment where you can do your best work and love coming to work every day.

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