Executive Director - IDD

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?  At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking an Executive Director to join our team for our programs in Allegheny County, Westmoreland County, Washington County, Cambria County, and Blair County.

The Executive Director plays a pivotal role in the overall management and leadership of the organization and their identified Division, responsible for guiding strategic direction of their assigned area, overseeing operations, and driving organizational growth. Reporting to the Senior Executive Director, this position works closely with the senior leadership team, staff, volunteers, and external partners to advance our mission and achieve our goals.

Program Development, Program Management and Quality Assurance:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services.
• Ensure that programs adhere to best practices, regulatory standards, evidence-based standards of care and Merakey policies and procedures.
• Monitor program outcomes, client satisfaction, and quality indicators to drive continuous improvement and enhance service delivery.
• Makes data-driven decisions utilizing PowerBI data analytics to monitor program performance, track key performance metrics, and identify areas for improvement.
• Work closely with program managers and staff to address challenges, identify best practices, and promote innovation

Financial Management And Resource Management:

• Take responsibility for the profit and loss (P&L) of the assigned regions.
• Develop and manage the organization's annual budget in collaboration with Executive Leadership.
• Ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability in all financial operations.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed to achieve financial sustainability.
• Advocate for internal resources, including staff, budget allocations, and operational support, to ensure that programmatic priorities are aligned with organizational goals and adequately resourced for success.

Staff Leadership And Development:

• Provide visionary leadership to a diverse team of professionals, fostering a culture of empathy, collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
• Recruit, retain, and develop talented staff members who are committed to the organization's mission.
• Promote staff engagement and professional growth through mentorship, training, and performance management.

Partnership Development And Stakeholder Engagement:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, government agencies, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to enhance collaboration and resource sharing.
• Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships, joint initiatives, and collective impact efforts to address systemic issues affecting our target populations.
• Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and events to raise awareness, build support, and advocate for policy change.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• BA/BS in Human Service field required
• graduate degree preferred
• 5-10 years' experience overseeing and managing programs for individuals with an IDD
• IDD Experience