President/CEO

Company: TNC Community
Location: Moline
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

President/CEOBethany for Children & FamiliesMoline, IllinoisThe Moran Company is pleased to partner with Bethany for Children & Families to recruit the organization's next President/CEO.Organizational BackgroundBethany for Children & Families is a child welfare, mental health, community education, and social services provider which offers aid and support to children and families in western Illinois and eastern Iowa. The organization staffs a professional team of nearly 127 social workers, licensed therapists, case managers, and educators, directed by a Board of volunteer community leaders. Offering 40 programs and services, Bethany serves over 17,000 children and families annually. Bethany's programs and services are accredited by the Council on Accreditation, a nonprofit accreditor of human services.Founded and incorporated in 1899, Bethany was predominantly a custodial facility that concentrated on the needs of children who were homeless or whose parents could not or would not raise them. Since 1938, Bethany has also offered foster care and child welfare services. The agency has established strong relationships with the various neighborhoods, towns, cities, and rural areas that comprise the Illinois and Iowa portions of the greater Quad Cities region. The agency is known as a community asset that families can turn to in time of need.Since the 1980s, Bethany has moved beyond the provision of child welfare and adoption services addressing problems and situations that impact the children, youth, and families of the Quad Cities area. During these years, Bethany developed and tested different prevention and early-intervention service modalities in its efforts to increase the effectiveness of its services and prevent family-of-origin disruptions.Today, the agency provides services in Scott, Clinton, Jackson, Cedar, and Muscatine counties in Iowa, and Rock Island, Henry, Mercer, Whiteside, Knox, Warren, Lee, Carroll and Henderson counties in Illinois.The agency is able to provide its array of services with funding from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development; the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services; the Illinois Department of Human Services; the United Way of the Quad Cities Area; the Rock Island County (708) Mental Health Board; the Donated Funds Initiative (Title XIX funds of the Social Security Act); and generous private community donors and foundations.Position SummaryThe Bethany Board of Directors seeks an innovative, experienced, and highly skilled President/CEO to work collaboratively with the Bethany Board of Directors, staff, and key community partners to lead and support all areas of the Bethany scope of services. The President/CEO should be ready and willing to fully support the work of Bethany Children & Families, collaborate with existing and new community partners, and engage with the communities and state agencies to meet the changing needs of children and families. As the administrative leader of Bethany, the President/CEO has the responsibility to effectively represent the organization and ensure all functions and services of the organization are focused on the mission of Bethany: "The mission of Bethany for Children & Families is to keep children safe, to strengthen families, and to build healthy communities."Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall management and operation of Bethany Children & Families within the policies established by the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for the type, quality, and effectiveness of the service provided and for interpreting to the Board, staff and community recognized standards of childcare and the agency's practice of carrying out these standards.
• Able to assist the Chairperson of the Board and Committee Chairs by helping plan material for meetings and being present or represented at such meetings.
• Committed to promoting staff development and morale.
• Responsible for coordinating the work of casework, clerical, childcare and maintenance staff through staff meetings, personal meetings, and written communication.
• Able to establish a team approach to the work of serving children, their families and the challenges they face.
• Able to represent the agency professionally in the community and interpret the agency services with such groups as the United Way, and other local, state and national gatherings.
• Responsible for the general upkeep of buildings, equipment, and property within the scope of the budget and keep the Board informed of needed improvements and replacements not within the budget.
• Committed to serving as the official representative in all governmental and legal affairs pertaining to Bethany Children & Families as well as child/family welfare issues, under the guidance of the Board of Directors.
• Directly involved in public relations, marketing, and financial oversight of Bethany as specified and directed by the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Bethany Long Range Strategic Plan.Professional Qualifications and Personal Characteristics
  • Possess at least 5 years of progressively increasing organizational leadership experience at the senior or executive level, preferably within community mental health or child welfare centers.
  • Capability to navigate complex contracting challenges and opportunities.
  • Ability to adapt to changing needs of children and families and the services needed to respond to identified needs.
  • Deep understanding of programs and services for children and families experiencing significant life challenges.
  • Excellent communication skills, including effective public speaking abilities.
  • Ability to effectively manage the finances of all aspects of Bethany.
  • Ability to create and communicate a long-term vision for Bethany.
  • Ability to build a high-performing team.
  • Enthusiasm and energy, inspirational attitude both within the organization and the community.
  • Great people skills/empathy.
  • Personnel and management skills.
  • Political/legislative knowledge and advocacy skills.
  • Fundraising ability.Preferred Education and Experience
    • Master's degree or higher in social work, administration or related field.
    • Minimum of 3 years of experience working directly with children and families.
    • Minimum of 5 years of experience at the senior or executive level, preferably within community mental health or child welfare centers.
    • Proven experience in management principles.
    • Possess necessary training and experience sufficient to serve as Agency Head under Iowa and Illinois regulations.
    • Demonstrated ability to lead and administer a multi-service agency using sound management and supervisory methods.CompensationThe salary range for the Bethany President/CEO position will be approximately $170,000 - $200,000. The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plan, life insurance, vacation sick/personal leave and paid holidays.Statement of Non-DiscriminationBethany for Children & Families is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.Application ProcessThe search for the Bethany President/CEO is being conducted by The Moran Company. For more information regarding this position, please contact Jon Rosell, Senior Search Consultant, The Moran Company: jon (at) morancompany.com.
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