GENERAL SUMMARY

The Administrator provides overall direction, leads development initiatives, and formulates policies and business strategies, while working to achieve the mission of the Nisqually Generations Healing Center (NGHC). This exceptional leader can translate business vision and strategy into operational tactics which will assure quality of services and compliance with all grant and contractual requirements. The Administrator will also be designated as the Program Sponsor. The Program Sponsor described in 42 CFR § 8.11(b) is responsible for the operation of the opioid treatment program and who assumes responsibility for all its employees, including any practitioners, agents, or other persons providing medical, rehabilitative, or counseling services at the program or any of its medication units.

This position ensures the confidentiality, security, and accuracy of records, and promotes positive employee, customer, and community relations. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required and outstanding customer service to fellow employees, customers, vendors, etc. is expected. Regular attendance is required, and on occasion, later hours or weekend time may be required with project deadlines and a neat well-groomed professional appearance is essential at all times.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides inspirational leadership to engage and motivate facility staff and community in service to our patients.
• Recommends and leads subsequent revisions to all strategic planning efforts; strengthens the NGHC's ability to positively influence the addiction recovery profession through leadership, advocacy, and exemplary clinical and administrative practices.
• Implements and maintains systems that support effective, transparent financial management from the executive level of the Nisqually Indian Tribe to the NGHC management level.
• Ensures strong and appropriate fiduciary oversight, governance, and engagement.
• Develops, reviews, and revises resources and staff management practices that support a high performing, team-based culture.
• Maintains familiarity with Washington State policies and government entities and sustains the ability to create county and statewide collaborative event(s) and/or public relations opportunities capable of advancing awareness of the Nisqually Generations Healing Center.
• Coordinates grants and contract management at both State and Federal levels, to include researching opportunities, grant development, and negotiating terms that reflect the goals of the agreements.
• Works closely with consultants to maximize contributed revenue and identifies and analyzes efficacy and appropriateness of potential new earned revenue opportunities.
• Provides support and appropriate input to the Nisqually Indian Tribe through board meeting participation and regular communication.
• Ensures all Nisqually Generations Healing Center assessments, outcomes, and reporting standards are consistent with, or exceeding industry standards.
• Translates the NGHC vision, mission statement, and guiding principles into operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Health Services Administration OR comparable education and experience in the health services industry.
• 10 years of progressively responsible experience in leadership roles in the substance abuse treatment and/or business sector, with substantial experience in the human needs field.
• Experience managing and leading health care operations, to include contract and financial management, marketing, and public relations.
• A track record of manifesting positive relationships and partnerships with stakeholders.
• Compassion for Nisqually Generations Healing Center's clients and belief in our mission.

• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's license and maintain a driving record that meets the minimum requirements established by Nisqually Indian Tribes vehicle insurance provider.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

• The ability to work with vulnerable populations including adults and children.
• Must pass a State and National (FBI) criminal history background check prior to employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience as the Executive Director of a substance abuse treatment center is preferred.
• Prior experience in senior management in a behavioral health facility is desirable.

• Knowledge of the Nisqually Indian Tribe's history, customs, traditions, and ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.
• Experience working with Federally Recognized Tribes.

SUPERVISION

This position supervises and evaluates all direct reports. This position reports to Tribal Council.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and financial resources.
• Knowledge and adherence to state (RCW, WAC) and federal confidentiality regulations (42 CFR part 2). Applicants must always conduct self ethically and professionally.

• Knowledge of HIPAA and PHI requirements.
• Knowledge of common office and administrative procedures.
• Skills in the operation of a personal computer and standard office programs and equipment.

• Ability to present strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-culture environment and understand the social and cultural context of the patients at Nisqually Generations Healing Center, understanding the role of trauma, historical, community, family, and personal experience in wellness and recovery.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, and outside agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands; handle; feel; or grip objects, stretch and/or reach with hands and arms; stoop; crouch or work in cramped or awkward positions; repetitive motions. This person may regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust to focus.