Chief Executive Officer bei Isaiah House Inc

Description

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Isaiah House, Inc. Faith-Based Nonprofit | Substance Use Disorder Treatment & Recovery 

Location: Central KY 

Reports To: Board of Directors Status: Full-Time | Exempt.

POSITION SUMMARY

Isaiah House is seeking a visionary, servant-hearted, and operationally strong Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization in alignment with its Christ-centered mission: “To provide holistic healing for individuals and families affected by addiction.”

The CEO is responsible for strategic leadership, daily oversight of operations and fiscal health while ensuring that Isaiah House remains a beacon of recovery and restoration across Kentucky. This role is in partnership with the Board of Directors, staff, and community stakeholders to ensure sustainability, growth, and impact.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

· Bachelor’s degree required (master's preferred), ideally in Business, Healthcare Administration, Social Work, Theology, or related field.

· Minimum 7 years of executive leadership experience in nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health.

· Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors.

· Active and demonstrable Christian faith, with alignment to the mission and values of Isaiah House.

· Strong financial, operational, and fundraising acumen.

· Working knowledge of SUD treatment systems, Medicaid, MCOs, FQHCs, 340b, CARF/AODE/NARR/OIG, and grant compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & FUNCTIONAL BREAKDOWN

1. Strategic & Organizational Leadership (30%)

· Champion Isaiah House’s mission and vision with clarity and passion.

· Drive strategic planning efforts with measurable outcomes.

· Lead executive staff (COO, CFO, etc.) and set performance expectations.

· Cultivate a culture of excellence, transparency, and Christ-like compassion.

2. Fundraising, Partnerships, & Financial Oversight (25%)

· Lead fundraising strategy through donor engagement and partnerships.

· Ensure financial stability and stewardship of a multi-million-dollar budget.

· Maintain relationships with key funders, foundations, and donors.

3. Board Engagement & Governance (10%)

· Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and staff.

· Communicate with the Board and ensure policy, legal and fiduciary compliance.

· Support committee work and board development.

4. Staff Development & Operational Management (20%)

· Directly supervise and mentor executive leadership team.

· Ensure regulatory compliance, risk management, and efficient systems.

· Oversee organizational structure.

5. Community Engagement & External Relations (15%)

· Represent Isaiah House in public events, media, and legislative forums.

· Strengthen relationships with churches, recovery networks, healthcare providers, and government agencies.

· Work to position Isaiah House as a statewide and national leader in faith-based recovery.

SKILL SETS & COMPETENCIES

· Visionary leadership.

· Executive-level communication and presentation skills.

· Strong strategic thinker with operational follow-through.

· Crisis management and changing leadership abilities.

· Data-informed decision-making and performance orientation.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

· Frequent travel between Isaiah House campuses and partner organizations.

· Public speaking engagements required.

· A hybrid work model may be available but must be highly visible to staff and the community. Estimate of one day from home per week on average.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

· Adherence to all Isaiah House policies and faith-based guidelines.

· Participation in leadership devotions, in-services, and spiritual enrichment activities.

· Valid driver’s license.

TO APPLY

Please submit a resume, statement of faith, and cover letter outlining your experience and passion for recovery ministry to: 

[email protected] 

Priority deadline: October 17, 2025