Lead With Purpose. Change Lives Forever.

At New Horizons Center, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a life filled with dignity, purpose, independence, and choice.

For nearly 50 years, New Horizons has empowered individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered services rooted in compassion, advocacy, and community inclusion. Guided by our ICARE values — Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — we are seeking a visionary leader who is ready to shape the future of our organization and the lives we serve.

This is more than an executive position.
This is a mission-driven leadership opportunity with the power to impact generations.

About the Role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the strategic and operational leader of New Horizons Center, overseeing all aspects of organizational performance, compliance, growth, financial stewardship, and culture. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CEO is responsible for ensuring exceptional service delivery while advancing the organization’s mission, sustainability, and community impact.

The ideal candidate is:

• A passionate advocate for people with disabilities
• A strong and emotionally intelligent leader
• Experienced in nonprofit or human services administration
• Skilled in regulatory compliance and organizational operations
• Capable of balancing strategic vision with hands-on leadership
• Ready to lead through both celebration and challenge

This role requires a leader who can inspire teams, navigate complex systems, and uphold the philosophy:

“Nothing About Them Without Them.”

What You’ll Lead

As CEO, you will oversee and strengthen a diverse range of services and organizational functions, including:

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Partnering with the Board of Directors to guide the organization’s long-term vision and strategic growth
• Leading organizational planning, innovation, and sustainability efforts
• Ensuring strong governance practices and policy implementation
• Providing transparent communication and accountability to stakeholders

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintaining compliance with Arizona DDD, AHCCCS, HCBS, RFQVA, ADA, and all applicable federal and state regulations
• Ensuring readiness for audits, monitoring visits, credentialing reviews, and investigations
• Overseeing incident management, corrective action plans, and organizational risk mitigation
• Serving as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies

Program & Operational Excellence

• Overseeing residential programs, day treatment programs, habilitation services, transportation services, and employment supports
• Ensuring services remain person-centered and community-focused
• Driving quality assurance initiatives and measurable program outcomes
• Supporting operational excellence across multiple service lines and locations

Financial Stewardship

• Leading organizational budgeting and financial strategy
• Overseeing audits, internal controls, financial reporting, and nonprofit fiscal accountability
• Managing government-funded program compliance and financial sustainability
• Identifying opportunities for growth, partnerships, and long-term funding stability

Culture & Leadership Development

• Building and supporting high-performing leadership teams
• Promoting a workplace culture rooted in ICARE values
• Supporting employee development, accountability, and retention
• Ensuring compliance with employment laws and training standards

Community Relations & Advocacy

• Representing New Horizons within the community, with stakeholders, government agencies, and business partners
• Strengthening community partnerships and organizational visibility
• Advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the services that support them

Transportation & Safety Oversight

• Ensuring transportation services comply with ADOT safety standards, ADA requirements, and driver qualification expectations
• Supporting vehicle safety, maintenance compliance, and risk management initiatives

Why New Horizons?

Because this work matters.

Every decision made by our leadership team impacts real people, real families, and real futures.

At New Horizons, you will lead an organization where:

• Members are treated with dignity and respect
• Employees are mission-driven and compassionate
• Innovation and growth are encouraged
• Community impact is visible every single day
• Leadership truly changes lives

You won’t simply manage an organization.

You’ll help shape a future where individuals with disabilities are empowered to thrive.

Working Environment

This is a full-time exempt leadership position requiring flexibility, availability, and a commitment to operational excellence. The CEO serves as an on-call leader and may be required to respond to emergencies, critical incidents, or urgent organizational needs outside standard business hours.

Join Our Mission

If you are a compassionate, strategic, and purpose-driven leader ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and become part of the New Horizons family.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a complete application packet including:

• Completed employment application
• Current professional resume
• Cover letter detailing leadership experience, mission alignment, and vision for nonprofit leadership
• Salary expectations

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to the confidential and executive nature of this recruitment, only complete submissions will be considered.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in developmental disabilities, behavioral health, nonprofit leadership, or human services
• Minimum 3 years of executive or senior leadership experience overseeing multiple programs or service lines
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and operational oversight
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to meet Arizona DDD credentialing and compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Experience within Arizona DDD and Medicaid-funded systems (ALTCS/HCBS)
• Experience leading multi-site operations and regulatory compliance programs
• Proven success in nonprofit leadership, organizational growth, and culture development