Job Juncture
Location:
Brooklyn, New York Work Model:
On-site with hybrid flexibility Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer
Company Overview A mission-driven and rapidly growing provider of addiction recovery and behavioral health services is seeking an exceptional Vice President, People and Culture to join its executive leadership team. The organization is known for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care with strong community impact. With multiple locations and an ambitious expansion plan, this is an opportunity for a strategic HR leader to help shape culture, talent strategy, and organizational growth in a deeply meaningful sector.
Position Summary The Vice President, People and Culture will serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership team. This leader will be responsible for setting the overall HR strategy, building scalable systems, strengthening culture, and ensuring HR operations support both mission and growth goals. The ideal candidate brings a balance of high-level strategy and hands‑on execution, strong leadership capability, experience in regulated environments, and a deep passion for the behavioral health and recovery field.
Spanish fluency and a strong connection to mission‑driven work are highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with organizational mission and long‑term goals
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership
Lead talent acquisition for clinical, operational, and corporate roles
Build and develop a high‑performing HR team
Oversee employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, HRIS systems, and compliance
Champion a values‑based culture that supports employee engagement and retention
Drive workforce planning to support expansion across multiple sites
Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including those specific to behavioral health and human services
Use HR data and analytics to inform decision making and improve HR processes
Act as a change leader during periods of growth, restructuring, and organizational evolution
Desired Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience
Background in behavioral health, human services, healthcare, or another regulated mission‑driven environment
Spanish fluency is a significant plus
Proven ability to build or scale an HR function in a growing organization
Experience working with a diverse workforce and multilingual communities
Strong leadership and decision‑making ability
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Ability to partner closely with senior executives and influence at all levels
High integrity, emotional intelligence, and alignment with the mission of recovery and community support
Compensation and Benefits Overview
High-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Exceptional pension program with employer contributions, providing employees with long‑term financial security and the potential for earlier retirement
Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
Additional benefits such as commuter support, life insurance, and disability coverage
This package is considered one of the strongest in the behavioral health and nonprofit sector and is a major draw for candidates seeking both mission‑driven work and long‑term stability.
Equal Opportunity Commitment My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including bilingual candidates and those who are passionate about behavioral health, recovery, and community impact.
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Brooklyn, New York Work Model:
On-site with hybrid flexibility Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer
Company Overview A mission-driven and rapidly growing provider of addiction recovery and behavioral health services is seeking an exceptional Vice President, People and Culture to join its executive leadership team. The organization is known for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care with strong community impact. With multiple locations and an ambitious expansion plan, this is an opportunity for a strategic HR leader to help shape culture, talent strategy, and organizational growth in a deeply meaningful sector.
Position Summary The Vice President, People and Culture will serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership team. This leader will be responsible for setting the overall HR strategy, building scalable systems, strengthening culture, and ensuring HR operations support both mission and growth goals. The ideal candidate brings a balance of high-level strategy and hands‑on execution, strong leadership capability, experience in regulated environments, and a deep passion for the behavioral health and recovery field.
Spanish fluency and a strong connection to mission‑driven work are highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with organizational mission and long‑term goals
Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership
Lead talent acquisition for clinical, operational, and corporate roles
Build and develop a high‑performing HR team
Oversee employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, HRIS systems, and compliance
Champion a values‑based culture that supports employee engagement and retention
Drive workforce planning to support expansion across multiple sites
Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including those specific to behavioral health and human services
Use HR data and analytics to inform decision making and improve HR processes
Act as a change leader during periods of growth, restructuring, and organizational evolution
Desired Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience
Background in behavioral health, human services, healthcare, or another regulated mission‑driven environment
Spanish fluency is a significant plus
Proven ability to build or scale an HR function in a growing organization
Experience working with a diverse workforce and multilingual communities
Strong leadership and decision‑making ability
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Ability to partner closely with senior executives and influence at all levels
High integrity, emotional intelligence, and alignment with the mission of recovery and community support
Compensation and Benefits Overview
High-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Exceptional pension program with employer contributions, providing employees with long‑term financial security and the potential for earlier retirement
Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
Additional benefits such as commuter support, life insurance, and disability coverage
This package is considered one of the strongest in the behavioral health and nonprofit sector and is a major draw for candidates seeking both mission‑driven work and long‑term stability.
Equal Opportunity Commitment My client is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including bilingual candidates and those who are passionate about behavioral health, recovery, and community impact.
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