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Executive Director
Ascensionrecovery · Cedar Falls, Iowa, 50613, United States · On Site · Active · BambooHR
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Ascensionrecovery |
| Title | Executive Director |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Renewal Falls - Cedar Falls, IA |
| Location | Cedar Falls, United States |
| Work model | On Site |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | - |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | BambooHR |
| Posted / first seen | 2026-04-29 / 2026-05-30 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-05-30 / 2026-06-06 |
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| Company | Ascensionrecovery |
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Description
Executive Director
Join a team that’s changing lives.
At Renewal Falls Recovery Center , we are building a premier behavioral health campus designed to deliver clinical excellence without compromise.
Set to open in mid-summer 2026, this is a key leadership opportunity to build, lead, and scale a multi-level treatment program offering ASAM 3.5, 3.7, and outpatient services, with a planned capacity of 120–156 beds.
In partnership with Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), this role is designed for a hands-on operational leader—someone who can translate strategy into execution while building a high-performing, mission-driven organization from the ground up.
General Description
The Executive Director (ED) serves as the on-site operational leader responsible for the overall performance, compliance, and culture of the facility.
The ED is accountable for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while ensuring regulatory compliance, staff engagement, and financial performance. This role oversees all aspects of facility operations, including clinical collaboration, staffing, census growth, and administrative functions, while partnering with ARS shared services to support scalable and efficient operations.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong operational discipline, team development, and the ability to build and scale systems in a startup or growth environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Oversee daily operations of detox, residential, and outpatient programming
Execute startup, ramp-up, and census growth plans aligned with staffing models and operational targets
Maintain 24/7 accountability for facility operations, including staffing coverage and incident response
Partner with shared services (HR, Admissions, Billing, Compliance) to ensure seamless operations
Clinical & Program Oversight
Collaborate with Clinical Director and Medical Director to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care
Ensure adherence to ASAM levels of care, Joint Commission standards, and state licensure requirements
Monitor patient outcomes, length of stay, and program effectiveness
Support a culture of trauma-informed, patient-centered care
People Leadership & Culture
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing interdisciplinary team
Set clear expectations aligned with company core values and performance standards
Drive accountability through structured supervision, performance management, and coaching
Partner with HR to recruit, onboard, and retain top talent
Financial Performance
Own facility financial performance, including labor management and expense control
Monitor census, payer mix, and revenue cycle performance
Align staffing and scheduling with census and budget targets
Partner with finance on forecasting and variance management
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards (Joint Commission readiness)
Oversee incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action planning
Maintain audit-ready documentation, personnel files, and training compliance
Partner with compliance leadership on mock surveys and readiness plans
Growth & Community Engagement
Support business development efforts to drive admissions and referral relationships
Represent the organization in the community and with key stakeholders
Partner with admissions and business development teams to optimize conversion and patient experience
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Behavioral Health, or related field
5+ years of leadership experience in behavioral health, SUD treatment, or healthcare operations
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in a residential or inpatient setting
Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance and licensing requirements
Strong operational and financial management experience
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, or related field)
Experience opening or scaling a new facility
Joint Commission survey experience
Experience in detox/residential and outpatient programming
Familiarity with ASAM criteria and Medicaid/commercial payor environments
Key Competencies
Operational Excellence & Execution
Leadership & Team Development
Accountability & Ownership
Financial Acumen
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise
Strategic Thinking with Hands-On Execution
Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Crisis Management & Decision-Making
Work Conditions
Primarily on-site in a healthcare treatment environment
May require evenings, weekends, and on-call availability
Exposure to emotionally sensitive situations and individuals in recovery
Fast-paced, startup-oriented environment requiring flexibility and adaptability
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations
The organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
The organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify your HR Rep. Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure equal employment opportunities.
ARS also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws.
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| Location Text | Cedar Falls, Iowa, 50613, United States |
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| First Seen At | 2026-05-30 06:06:29Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 10:23:58Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 10:23:58Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-05-30 06:06:29Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2026-04-29 00:00:00Z |
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