Executive Director

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.
  
  
  
  
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  • 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.
  
  
  
  

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.