Chief Executive Officer

A growing behavioral health organization in Oklahoma is seeking an accomplished healthcare executive to lead its next phase of growth and community impact as the next Chief Executive Officer.

The Position

• The incoming Chief Executive Officer will have the opportunity to drive strategic initiatives, strengthen physician and community partnerships, enhance operational performance, and expand access to behavioral health services. This leader will support and influence strategic decisions that drive growth across both outpatient service lines and inpatient services. Key priorities include growing outpatient services and increasing inpatient census.
• The successful candidate will provide clear direction and guidance to leaders and staff at all levels, helping to ensure organizational stability, operational excellence, and long-term success.
• The ideal candidate will be a seasoned and accomplished healthcare leader with experience leading a free-standing behavioral health organization. This individual will be forward-thinking, highly engaged with staff, and skilled at building collaborative relationships across the organization.
• The successful candidate will possess strong leadership presence, a clear understanding of organizational expectations, and the ability to work independently without the need for extensive oversight or micromanagement.
• The exact location remains confidential. Interested candidates are asked to apply, and location details will be shared with qualified applicants.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in healthcare administration, behavioral health, or a closely related discipline required; graduate-level education (Masters degree or equivalent) is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated record of increasing leadership responsibility within hospital, behavioral health, or comparable healthcare organizations.
• Candidates should bring approximately seven or more years of management experience, including several years serving in a senior leadership or executive capacity.
• Proven experience overseeing behavioral health operations, including quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, workforce development, and budget management.

The Community

• Norman offers a welcoming college-town atmosphere with a blend of local culture, entertainment, and everyday conveniences.
• Home to the University of Oklahoma, the city features collegiate athletics, museums, performing arts, and a variety of community events throughout the year.
• Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy numerous parks, walking and biking trails, golf courses, and nearby lakes for boating, fishing, and other recreational activities.
• Downtown Norman features locally owned restaurants, cafés, shops, galleries, and entertainment options, creating a lively and walkable destination.
• Conveniently located near Oklahoma City, Norman provides easy access to additional dining, shopping, entertainment, and travel amenities while maintaining its own distinctive community feel.

The Organization

• Oceans Healthcare is a nationally recognized behavioral healthcare provider that offers 36+ locations and is dedicated to improving access to critical needs within their communities.
• Founded in 2004, Oceans Healthcare strives to put their patients and their families at the center of all treatment processes and are dedicated to serving the adults and seniors within their community while delivering quality care for complex behavioral health needs.
• Oceans Healthcare stays true to their "Oceans Six" core conventions including Dignity, Comprehensive Care, Quality, Integrity, Advocacy, and Teamwork to ensure the highest quality of care for all patients.
• Oceans Healthcare has been recognized with numerous awards including "INC 5000 list of fastest-growing companies", and "Dallas Business Journal MM50 Middle Market 50 list of 50 fastest growing mid-sized companies in Dallas-Fort Worth".

Please apply directly and for any further inquiries or referrals, direct them to:

Christine Young

Executive Search Recruiter

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