Executive Director

The Moran Company is pleased to partner with Independence Center to recruit the organization's next Executive Director. Independence Center (IC) is a community behavioral health organization committed to helping adults manage the challenges associated with serious and persistent mental illness. Founded on the Clubhouse model of psycho-social rehabilitation, IC provides a comprehensive, whole-person continuum of care that integrates social rehabilitation, clinical therapy, outpatient psychiatric services, care coordination, transitional and permanent supportive housing, and competitive employment programs. Accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Clubhouse International, the Independence Center Clubhouse is one of the largest and strongest among over 330 Clubhouses worldwide and stands as one of only five designated Clubhouse International Training Centers in the United States.

About the role

The Executive Director (E.D.) serves as the chief executive officer of Independence Center. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the E.D. provides visionary leadership, operational oversight, financial stewardship, community representation, and strategic growth management. The E.D. ensures high-quality and mission-driven services while strengthening partnerships, expanding funding streams, and cultivating a thriving organizational culture.

The Executive Director will guide strategic growth, program expansion, and innovative responses to evolving mental health care and community needs. The role oversees a multidisciplinary leadership team spanning clinical, residential, financial, compliance, human resources, and development functions while fostering a strong, people-centered organizational culture. The Executive Director will serve as a visible local and national representative, strengthen community partnerships, and work closely with the Board of Directors to support effective governance and strategic alignment. The position also ensures financial stewardship, regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, diversified funding, and strong fundraising, donor, grant, marketing, and administrative operations.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of executive or senior leadership experience, preferably in nonprofit social services
• Advanced degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred
• Strong financial and business acumen
• Experience managing complex funding streams and multidisciplinary teams
• Proven leadership within community networks