Site CEO

Come save lives with us!

We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Executive professional to lead our facility-based recovery team in the Palmer Lake, CO market!

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of The Recovery Village, Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care.

While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve.

At The Recovery Village Palmer Lake, we believe that any adult who struggles with drug and alcohol addictions and co-occurring mental health conditions can heal. Our accredited addiction treatment facility offers a continuum of rehab programs in a safe, supportive environment with compassionate care from medical and clinical professionals. Only 15 minutes from Colorado Springs and 60 miles from Denver, The Recovery Village at balances medical support with mental health counseling and recreational therapies in a scenic setting. Our 110-bed facility welcomes adults from all backgrounds, and offers personalized treatment programming to fit a variety of unique needs.

The Site CEO takes the lead with complete responsibility for the operations of their designated facility or facilities. This role encompasses the management of all departments and functions, ensuring the facility's financial stability, adhering to all regulatory requirements, and delivering exceptional products and services to our patients and their families. As the primary decision-maker for all financial aspects, including expense approvals, the Site CEO will receive support from corporate functions such as HR, IT, Finance, and Marketing. This position reports directly to the SVP of Operations or the Regional Director of Operations.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Oversee facility operations and financial performance.
2. Approve expenses and track revenue/expenditures.
3. Monitor departmental performance metrics and develop improvement plans.
4. Conduct bi-monthly one-on-one meetings with departmental leaders.
5. Align leadership team with corporate vision and procedures.
6. Identify and implement areas for improvement.
7. Provide ongoing team training for managing discharges.
8. Ensure compliance with state and accreditation regulations.
9. Implement and enforce company policies and procedures.
10. Foster a welcoming facility culture focused on client needs.
11. Support leadership team collaboration for facility success.
12. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and licensing regulations.
13. Achieve successful state and joint commission audits with minimal deficiencies.
14. Facilitate timely staff orientation and maintain effective staffing ratios.
15. Establish accountability within departments.
16. Provide reporting information to leadership.
17. Manage facility operations for safety and maintenance.
18. Approve payroll and invoices for staff, contractors, and vendors.
19. Coordinate with business development to maintain community partnerships.
20. Ensure exceptional service across all departments.
21. Perform other assigned duties.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Proficient in analyzing performance data for productivity and goal assessment, identifying cost reduction and program improvement areas. Capable of ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and licensing regulations. Excellent team player, collaborating with leadership on staffing needs and candidate interviews. Strong time management skills.

EDUCATION:

Master’s degree and five (5+) years of experience as defined below.
Or Bachelor’s degree and ten (10+) years of experience as defined below.
Or 10+ years’ experience as a Director as defined below:

With Master’s - five (5) years of full-time, or full-time equivalent, administrative or supervisory experience in a licensed substance use disorders treatment facility.
With Bachelor’s – ten (10) years of full-time, or full-time equivalent, administrative or supervisory experience in a licensed substance use disorders treatment facility.
Or ten (10+) years’ experience in an administrative or supervisory director role in an addiction, psychiatric, or mental health licensed facility.

LICENSURE/CERFICATION DESIRED:

• Basic First Aid
• CPR
• Ability to maintain licenses/certifications as required by Company policies and State regulations

The Company adheres to both state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination on the grounds of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is illegal to retaliate against individuals or groups for their participation in a discrimination complaint or for their opposition to discriminatory practices or Equal Employment Opportunities.

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders and mental health issues.  We invite you to learn more about us at our website: The Recovery Village! 

Salary starting at 150k, plus annual and monthly bonus incentives.

Enjoy a range of benefits, including a 401(k) plan with match, generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and so much more!