Executive Director, Behavioral Health Center Growth

Sunshine Behavioral Health; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses based on KPIs

Job summary

Sunshine Behavioral Health is expanding with a brand-new center in Rochester, Minnesota: Rochester Recovery Behavioral Health. We are seeking an Executive Director to lead this new campus, reporting to the Regional Executive Director and overseeing the Nursing, Clinical, and Operations Directors.

You will set the vision, build a high-performing team, and drive growth while ensuring client-centered care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Behavioral Health, or related field.
• Senior leadership experience in behavioral health or healthcare.
• Experience in program development, strategic planning, and fiscal management.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, state, and federal regulatory standards.
• Contract negotiation and compliance oversight experience.
• 5+ years of senior management or executive leadership experience.
• Current CPR & First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Successful completion of background check, drug screen, and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership rooted in compassion, accountability, stability, and excellence.
• Build and maintain a strong, high-performing team culture.
• Drive strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure high-quality, client-centered care.
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission, state, and federal regulations.
• Partner with Admissions, Revenue, and Insurance teams to support safe, seamless admissions.
• Drive occupancy growth and continuously improve the client experience.
• Develop and manage budgets while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
• Coach, mentor, and develop senior leadership staff.
• Maintain facility and grounds standards through proactive oversight.
• Build strong partnerships within the Rochester community and surrounding areas.
• Review and authorize contracts and agreements.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, innovation, and growth.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic planning

Fiscal management

Contract negotiation

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration/related field

Job description

Sunshine Behavioral Health is expanding with a brand-new center in Rochester, Minnesota: Rochester Recovery Behavioral Health. We are seeking an Executive Director to lead this new campus, reporting to the Regional Executive Director and overseeing the Nursing, Clinical, and Operations Directors.

You will set the vision, build a high-performing team, and drive growth while ensuring client-centered care and regulatory compliance.