Ohio
Chief Executive Officer (Institution Superintendent) - Summit Behavioral Healthc
Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Overview
Summit Behavioral Healthcare (SBH)
is one of Ohio’s state-operated psychiatric hospitals, proudly serving the community as part of the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS). Located in Cincinnati, SBH provides comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for adults living with serious and persistent mental illness. SBH delivers evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and other behavioral health professionals who work together to promote recovery, stability, and reintegration into the community. In addition to individualized treatment planning, SBH emphasizes trauma-informed care, person-centered recovery, and collaborative partnerships with local mental health boards, community providers, and support networks. As a safety-net provider, SBH also serves court-referred individuals through forensic services, ensuring access to quality care while maintaining community safety. The hospital is committed to fostering hope, dignity, and empowerment for every person it serves. Summit Behavioral Healthcare reflects OhioMHAS’s mission to exemplify
The Heart of Hope
for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. What you'll do
We’re seeking a
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
to lead
Summit Behavioral Healthcare
— a role that combines strategic oversight, community partnership, and hands-on leadership to ensure the highest quality of care for individuals living with serious mental illness. This is more than a leadership role — it’s an opportunity to transform lives, strengthen communities, and ensure compassionate, evidence-based care is available to all who need it. As CEO, you will: Lead Hospital Operations
– Oversee the administration of a state-operated psychiatric hospital serving clients with complex mental health needs. Shape the Future of Mental Health Care
– Develop, implement, and evaluate a unified mental health delivery system, ensuring facility-wide programs align with OhioMHAS policy and community needs. Build & Support Teams
– Supervise top-level leaders (physician administrator, nursing director, business administrator, program directors) and ensure accountability across all departments. Drive Quality & Compliance
– Maintain accreditation standards (The Joint Commission, Medicaid, Medicare), ensuring services meet or exceed regulatory and professional benchmarks. Strengthen Community Partnerships
– Collaborate with community mental health boards, Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services Boards, and local agencies to deliver integrated services in both hospital and community settings. Oversee Budget & Growth
– Develop and manage multimillion-dollar budgets, approve facility projects (renovations, expansions, capital planning), and ensure fiscal responsibility. Represent & Advocate
– Serve as the face of the facility, building trust with staff, unions, community partners, law enforcement, families, and the public. Lead Through Challenge
– Provide steady leadership during crises (emergency codes, outages, public health events), ensuring continuity of care and staff safety. This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code. Minimum Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core program in human services or health services related management field;
4
yrs. work exp. as a supervisor of programs or services that provide behavioral healthcare services to individuals in area related to vacancy;
2
yrs. work exp. in budget management;
1
yr. work exp. in public relations. OR The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Primary Job Skill:
Executive Leadership Technical Skills:
Management, Operations, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance Professional Skills:
Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Growth Mindset, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Visionary Thinking Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. Unusual Working Conditions
On call 24 hrs./day, 7 days/week; may be exposed to clients, upset parents & community persons; may require travel.
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Summit Behavioral Healthcare (SBH)
is one of Ohio’s state-operated psychiatric hospitals, proudly serving the community as part of the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services (OhioMHAS). Located in Cincinnati, SBH provides comprehensive inpatient psychiatric care for adults living with serious and persistent mental illness. SBH delivers evidence-based treatment through a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and other behavioral health professionals who work together to promote recovery, stability, and reintegration into the community. In addition to individualized treatment planning, SBH emphasizes trauma-informed care, person-centered recovery, and collaborative partnerships with local mental health boards, community providers, and support networks. As a safety-net provider, SBH also serves court-referred individuals through forensic services, ensuring access to quality care while maintaining community safety. The hospital is committed to fostering hope, dignity, and empowerment for every person it serves. Summit Behavioral Healthcare reflects OhioMHAS’s mission to exemplify
The Heart of Hope
for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. What you'll do
We’re seeking a
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
to lead
Summit Behavioral Healthcare
— a role that combines strategic oversight, community partnership, and hands-on leadership to ensure the highest quality of care for individuals living with serious mental illness. This is more than a leadership role — it’s an opportunity to transform lives, strengthen communities, and ensure compassionate, evidence-based care is available to all who need it. As CEO, you will: Lead Hospital Operations
– Oversee the administration of a state-operated psychiatric hospital serving clients with complex mental health needs. Shape the Future of Mental Health Care
– Develop, implement, and evaluate a unified mental health delivery system, ensuring facility-wide programs align with OhioMHAS policy and community needs. Build & Support Teams
– Supervise top-level leaders (physician administrator, nursing director, business administrator, program directors) and ensure accountability across all departments. Drive Quality & Compliance
– Maintain accreditation standards (The Joint Commission, Medicaid, Medicare), ensuring services meet or exceed regulatory and professional benchmarks. Strengthen Community Partnerships
– Collaborate with community mental health boards, Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services Boards, and local agencies to deliver integrated services in both hospital and community settings. Oversee Budget & Growth
– Develop and manage multimillion-dollar budgets, approve facility projects (renovations, expansions, capital planning), and ensure fiscal responsibility. Represent & Advocate
– Serve as the face of the facility, building trust with staff, unions, community partners, law enforcement, families, and the public. Lead Through Challenge
– Provide steady leadership during crises (emergency codes, outages, public health events), ensuring continuity of care and staff safety. This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code. Minimum Qualifications
Completion of undergraduate core program in human services or health services related management field;
4
yrs. work exp. as a supervisor of programs or services that provide behavioral healthcare services to individuals in area related to vacancy;
2
yrs. work exp. in budget management;
1
yr. work exp. in public relations. OR The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Primary Job Skill:
Executive Leadership Technical Skills:
Management, Operations, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance Professional Skills:
Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Growth Mindset, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Visionary Thinking Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. Unusual Working Conditions
On call 24 hrs./day, 7 days/week; may be exposed to clients, upset parents & community persons; may require travel.
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