Acadia Healthcare
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health Hospital
Methodist Health System, the region’s most established not-for-profit provider, has partnered with Acadia Healthcare, the nation’s largest standalone behavioral health company, to open a new 96-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This marks Acadia’s first acute psychiatric facility in Iowa, expanding much-needed access to behavioral health services across Southwest Iowa and the Greater Omaha area. Just minutes from downtown Omaha, Council Bluffs blends small‑town charm with city convenience—offering affordable living, great schools, and a strong sense of community—making it an ideal location for this important new facility.
Scheduled to open in early 2026, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health Hospital will offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient care for adults, seniors, and youth, including programs for mood disorders, dual diagnosis, geriatric psychiatry, child & adolescent care, PHP/IOP, and ECT. The facility will play a vital role in addressing the region’s significant behavioral health bed shortage.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the launch and long‑term operations of this flagship hospital. This is a unique opportunity to build a behavioral health hospital from the ground up—partnering with Nebraska Methodist, a trusted regional health system with a 130+ year legacy of excellence.
What We Offer
Competitive salary with a lucrative bonus opportunity
Medical, dental, and vision insurance tailored to your needs
Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with company match
Stock-based awards, offering an opportunity to benefit from the company’s achievements and build long-term financial value
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick days, personal days, extended sick leave, and holidays
Access to an exceptional training program to sharpen your skills
Career advancement opportunities within Acadia’s extensive national network of hospitals and facilities
The Successful Chief Executive Officer Candidate Will
Be instrumental in developing a culture that emphasizes high quality care and patient safety.
Manage day-to-day operations and staff so that the facility achieves its objectives in key performance areas, including effective patient care outcomes, staff and patient satisfaction, properly partnered relationships with stakeholders, integration with the organization’s mission, vision, and values, appropriate fiscal management, maintenance of licensure and accreditation, business development, regulatory compliance, and medical staff compliance.
Organize the day-to-day management and operation of the facility through departmentalization, delegation, and alignment of responsibilities to meet patient care and operational objectives.
Create and maintain a network of local constituency groups, including government agencies, local businesses, affiliate health providers, and the surrounding community.
Appraise the leadership team’s performance, provide coaching, and ensure participation in in-service and continuing education programs.
Recruit allied health professionals and/or physicians/psychiatrists to increase the quality scope of services.
Work with corporate contracting to manage and direct contract negotiations, compliance, and revenue generation.
Lead development of a continuum of care to include comprehensive outpatient services and community-based programs.
Serve as the final authority for resolution of staff performance concerns and improvement activities.
Attend and chair periodic meetings with governing bodies, medical staff, executive management, and other departments.
Operate with the highest personal integrity, professionalism, and adherence to company policies.
Remain current in national healthcare initiatives and relevant associations.
Ensure a survey readiness plan, compliance auditing, corporate compliance program, governing board reporting, patient safety follow-up, and QAPI activities are effective.
Demonstrate leadership skill in planning, development, and implementation of long-range goals and annually reviewed objectives.
Identify critical issues and maintain a deep understanding of the marketplace, customers, and broader forces affecting the organization’s future.
Manage the organization’s performance relative to budget and financial goals.
Support the executive team in achieving mission and vision objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Continuously enhance the organization’s reputation within the community regarding mental health, addiction, treatment, and recovery.
Earn trust and establish credibility among staff, medical staff, and nursing leadership, remaining visible and fully engaged.
Promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusiveness, transparency, and collaboration.
Build a culture focused on performance improvement, quality, and service excellence.
Further develop and refine a clear strategy to position the organization as a national voice for mental health and addiction treatment.
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Clinical Discipline, or related field is required. Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, clinical discipline or related field is preferred.
Knowledge and Work Experience
Minimum three to five years in senior leadership or CEO role in behavioral health, acute care, or managed care; experience launching a new hospital or treatment program highly preferred.
Thorough knowledge of facility administration and clinical operations; experience turning around an organization and managing crisis and inpatient behavioral health services.
Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within inflexible timeframes and adapt to frequent priority changes.
Initiative, self-direction, effective communication, and problem-solving skills.
Strong confidentiality skills when handling sensitive data.
Excellent interpersonal skills with individuals at all levels, especially within the health system.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, able to work under pressure.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and accreditation standards (CMS, Joint Commission, AHCA, DCS, HIPAA, 42 CFR).
Leadership experience in hospital administration or similar high-visibility role.
Strong financial acumen and business orientation.
History of developing high-performing teams and succession planning.
English proficiency for instructions and communication.
Personal Characteristics
Uncompromising passion for and alignment with the mission; empathy toward those in crisis.
Authentic, honest, decisive leader who balances accountability with compassion.
Highly visible, inspiring leader who demonstrates humility and servant leadership.
Visionary, innovative, and technologically adept to achieve mission impact.
Engaged leader willing to make complex decisions for the organization’s best interest.
Exceptional communicator with high emotional intelligence.
Promotes accountability.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Strategic with strong execution skills in crisis and inpatient behavioral health services.
Seniority Level Executive
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Business Development and Sales
Industry Mental Health Care
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Scheduled to open in early 2026, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Behavioral Health Hospital will offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient care for adults, seniors, and youth, including programs for mood disorders, dual diagnosis, geriatric psychiatry, child & adolescent care, PHP/IOP, and ECT. The facility will play a vital role in addressing the region’s significant behavioral health bed shortage.
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the launch and long‑term operations of this flagship hospital. This is a unique opportunity to build a behavioral health hospital from the ground up—partnering with Nebraska Methodist, a trusted regional health system with a 130+ year legacy of excellence.
What We Offer
Competitive salary with a lucrative bonus opportunity
Medical, dental, and vision insurance tailored to your needs
Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with company match
Stock-based awards, offering an opportunity to benefit from the company’s achievements and build long-term financial value
Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick days, personal days, extended sick leave, and holidays
Access to an exceptional training program to sharpen your skills
Career advancement opportunities within Acadia’s extensive national network of hospitals and facilities
The Successful Chief Executive Officer Candidate Will
Be instrumental in developing a culture that emphasizes high quality care and patient safety.
Manage day-to-day operations and staff so that the facility achieves its objectives in key performance areas, including effective patient care outcomes, staff and patient satisfaction, properly partnered relationships with stakeholders, integration with the organization’s mission, vision, and values, appropriate fiscal management, maintenance of licensure and accreditation, business development, regulatory compliance, and medical staff compliance.
Organize the day-to-day management and operation of the facility through departmentalization, delegation, and alignment of responsibilities to meet patient care and operational objectives.
Create and maintain a network of local constituency groups, including government agencies, local businesses, affiliate health providers, and the surrounding community.
Appraise the leadership team’s performance, provide coaching, and ensure participation in in-service and continuing education programs.
Recruit allied health professionals and/or physicians/psychiatrists to increase the quality scope of services.
Work with corporate contracting to manage and direct contract negotiations, compliance, and revenue generation.
Lead development of a continuum of care to include comprehensive outpatient services and community-based programs.
Serve as the final authority for resolution of staff performance concerns and improvement activities.
Attend and chair periodic meetings with governing bodies, medical staff, executive management, and other departments.
Operate with the highest personal integrity, professionalism, and adherence to company policies.
Remain current in national healthcare initiatives and relevant associations.
Ensure a survey readiness plan, compliance auditing, corporate compliance program, governing board reporting, patient safety follow-up, and QAPI activities are effective.
Demonstrate leadership skill in planning, development, and implementation of long-range goals and annually reviewed objectives.
Identify critical issues and maintain a deep understanding of the marketplace, customers, and broader forces affecting the organization’s future.
Manage the organization’s performance relative to budget and financial goals.
Support the executive team in achieving mission and vision objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Continuously enhance the organization’s reputation within the community regarding mental health, addiction, treatment, and recovery.
Earn trust and establish credibility among staff, medical staff, and nursing leadership, remaining visible and fully engaged.
Promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusiveness, transparency, and collaboration.
Build a culture focused on performance improvement, quality, and service excellence.
Further develop and refine a clear strategy to position the organization as a national voice for mental health and addiction treatment.
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Marketing, Clinical Discipline, or related field is required. Master’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, clinical discipline or related field is preferred.
Knowledge and Work Experience
Minimum three to five years in senior leadership or CEO role in behavioral health, acute care, or managed care; experience launching a new hospital or treatment program highly preferred.
Thorough knowledge of facility administration and clinical operations; experience turning around an organization and managing crisis and inpatient behavioral health services.
Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously within inflexible timeframes and adapt to frequent priority changes.
Initiative, self-direction, effective communication, and problem-solving skills.
Strong confidentiality skills when handling sensitive data.
Excellent interpersonal skills with individuals at all levels, especially within the health system.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, able to work under pressure.
Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and accreditation standards (CMS, Joint Commission, AHCA, DCS, HIPAA, 42 CFR).
Leadership experience in hospital administration or similar high-visibility role.
Strong financial acumen and business orientation.
History of developing high-performing teams and succession planning.
English proficiency for instructions and communication.
Personal Characteristics
Uncompromising passion for and alignment with the mission; empathy toward those in crisis.
Authentic, honest, decisive leader who balances accountability with compassion.
Highly visible, inspiring leader who demonstrates humility and servant leadership.
Visionary, innovative, and technologically adept to achieve mission impact.
Engaged leader willing to make complex decisions for the organization’s best interest.
Exceptional communicator with high emotional intelligence.
Promotes accountability.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Strategic with strong execution skills in crisis and inpatient behavioral health services.
Seniority Level Executive
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Business Development and Sales
Industry Mental Health Care
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