Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Bronson Behavioral Health

Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital in Battle Creek, Michigan, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead operations at our newly built, 96-bed inpatient hospital.  Our state-of-the-art facility provides acute inpatient care for adults facing behavioral health challenges, including treatment for mental health disorders, co-occurring conditions, and substance use disorders. We offer a range of services such as individual and group therapy, medication management, and comprehensive discharge planning, all designed to support lasting recovery.  Set on a serene 25-acre campus just minutes from downtown, Bronson Behavioral Health is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

 About the Role

As our Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will play a critical role in steering our operational strategy and ensuring seamless execution of daily operations. Partnering closely with the CEO and leadership team, you will help oversee our world-class clinical and operational programs, optimize processes, and foster an environment where excellence thrives. This is a unique opportunity to lead a team of dedicated professionals and make a meaningful impact on lives while advancing your career with a respected leader in behavioral healthcare.

What We Offer

At Bronson Behavioral, we invest in our team with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth:

• Competitive salary with a lucrative bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance tailored to your needs
• Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, including: vacation, sick days, personal days, extended sick leave, and holidays
• Access to an exceptional training program to sharpen your skills
• Career advancement opportunities within Acadia’s extensive national network of hospitals and facilities

Why Bronson Behavioral?

Join a team known for compassionate care, collaboration, and innovation.  Lead operations at a top-tier, Joint Commission-accredited facility recognized globally for its excellence.  Enjoy the opportunity to work in a serene, healing environment that inspires growth for patients and staff alike

Be Part of Something Bigger

If you are a visionary leader with a passion for operational excellence in behavioral health, we want to hear from you! At Bronson Behavioral, you’ll find more than a career—you’ll find a mission to transform lives, including your own.

• Oversee one or more departments to ensure efficient operations and the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective services.
• Implement and manage programs that foster employee commitment to quality and service excellence.
• Actively contribute to strategic planning initiatives, including regulatory compliance and quality improvement efforts.
• Serve as the acting facility leader in the absence of the CEO.
• Support the CEO in developing, communicating, and executing effective strategies and processes across the organization.
• Lead departmental staff, including recruitment, development, training, performance management, and communication, to ensure optimal team performance and operational efficiency.
• Assist in budget management, ensuring departments operate within financial limits.
• Analyze operational processes to align with business objectives and meet patient care needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
•  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years or more in a leadership role in a related field is required  
• Five or more years of hands-on clinical or hospital operations in the behavioral health field with supervisorial and personnel management experience
• P&L responsibilities over service lines and/or departments

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Independent clinical licensure in TN (LPCC, LMFT, LWSW) preferred.

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