ADMINISTRATION - Chief Executive Officer

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Working Together for A Better Tomorrow!

We are seeking a CEO to work in our organization. 

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for providing strategic direction and executive leadership for the organization. The CEO ensures operational effectiveness, financial accountability, and the delivery of high-quality services across all programs, operations, and administrative areas. This role leads the development and execution of strategic initiatives, systems, and policies in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, values, and regulatory requirements.

Leveraging strong leadership, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, the CEO cultivates a high-performing, person-centered, and recovery-focused culture. The position oversees program performance, financial management, risk mitigation, and workforce development, while also representing the organization in state, regional, and community efforts. In addition the CEO also serves as the primary liaison to the Board, delivering timely and accurate information supporting governance, policy making, and strategic planning. Performs other duties as assigned.

 The CEO will be supervised by the Board of Directors.

Requirements:

Minimum Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in health care, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) or more years of executive leadership experience in health care, behavioral health, human services, or a comparable complex organization.
• Proven leadership skills, with unwavering integrity, accountability, and the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
• Strong understanding of strategic planning, organizational management, regulatory compliance, and risk management in a health services environment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, interpret performance metrics, and apply insights to drive organizational outcomes.
• Skilled in diagnosing operational and strategic challenges, anticipating risks, and implementing effective solutions.
• Valid GA diver’s license with less than 5 points

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

• Prior experience leading a community service board, behavioral health organization, or similar human services agency.
• Experience in budgeting, finance, and resource development, including grant writing and fundraising.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal funding regulations and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success in community engagement, partnership development, and advocacy.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in behavioral health and human services.

Benefits:

Health insurance: Quality, affordable coverage through State of Georgia employee benefit plans.

Competitive pay

24 Days of paid leave in your first year

Retirement Plans: Automatic 2% employer contribution to your 401(k), plus a 3% match after one year.

Why Legacy?

Legacy Behavioral Health Services is a leading provider of mental health and substance use services across 10 counties in South Georgia. Our mission is rooted in transforming lives through compassionate, individualized care.

Working Conditions: Must be physically and emotionally fit to work in a stress-filled environment to meet deadlines and deal with routine and crisis situations. May have extended periods of sitting, walking, and standing. Requires varying hours of duty to provide monitoring, educational and/or crisis handling, as well as travel to off campus locations in BHSGA or personal vehicle.   

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be physically and emotionally fit to work in a stress-filled environment to meet deadlines and deal with routine and crisis situations. May have extended periods of sitting, walking, and standing. Requires varying hours of duty to provide monitoring, educational and/or crisis handling, as well as travel to off campus locations in BHSGA or personal vehicle. 

Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: the physical demands include but are not limited to good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting and have the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 45 pounds.

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 Position opened to:   ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS  

 Internal Applicants must be in their current position for 6 months with no disciplinary action unless the position available is within your current department and you have been employed in your current position for 1 month without any disciplinary action.  

 Drug-Free and Smoke Free Workplace/ Equal Opportunity Employer