Vice President of Culture and Belonging

Administration and Clerical

Dedham, MA

ID: 11270-709

Full-Time/Regular

Riverside Community Care

Love What You Do!

Vice President of Culture and Belonging

Riverside Community Care is one of the largest and most respected community-based not-for-profit behavioral healthcare and human service organizations in Massachusetts. The breadth of our services and our commitment to innovation has earned us national recognition, the respect of our peers, loyalty from our employees, and high ratings from the people we serve. We serve children, adolescents, families, and adults in need of behavioral healthcare and a broad range of human services. Communities, schools, and workplaces also turn to Riverside when faced with the emotional aftermath of tragic events or on suicide prevention.

The Vice President of Culture and Belonging is a key member of Riverside’s Leadership Team, responsible for driving and sustaining Riverside’s strategic vision for culture and belonging. This role collaborates closely with the Executive Leadership Team and other leaders to put the strategic plan into action and implement initiatives that foster a culture of respect and inclusion for all employees across all aspects of Riverside’s operations, including service delivery.

As a champion for culture and belonging, the VP ensures that Riverside maintains an environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. They oversee and work in close partnership with the Culture and Belonging Committee and other Riverside groups to advance engagement initiatives.

The VP plays a vital role in engaging all employees, collaborating with service divisions and departments within Riverside to embed principles of equality, inclusion and belonging throughout Riverside.

This role requires a passionate, self-motivated leader who can build trusting, collaborative relationships across the organization. The VP also oversees and supports the Culture and Belonging Specialist in executing engagement & training initiatives.

Why You'll Love Riverside

We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.

Benefits Include

• Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent care
• Eleven paid holidays
• Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
• Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
• Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
• Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee
  
  

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Our Benefits

Our Culture

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Required Skills

• Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of cultural competency, culture, and inclusion concepts
• Ability to utilize data to inform quality improvement
• Active engagement in professional networks and job-related organizations and programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software
• Passion for culture and belonging, with the ability to model and advocate for inclusive practices
• Strong self-awareness, adaptability, and active listening skills
• Ability to establish trusting, supportive, and effective relationships
  
  

Required Experience

• Master's Degree
• 10 years’ experience in inclusion leadership or consulting
• Proven ability to manage projects, facilitate discussions and implement lawful diversity initiatives
• Experience with conflict resolution, problem-solving, and consensus-building
• Group facilitation, presentation, and leadership skills
  
  

Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.