Gateway Foundation · 14 hours ago
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Aurora, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$113K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expGateway Foundation is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. The Executive Director will oversee operations, ensure high standards of care, and drive impactful programs that support individuals on their recovery journey.
Addiction TreatmentHealth CareMedicalMental HealthNon ProfitRehabilitationWellness
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee clinical and administrative operations across assigned facilities, ensuring high-quality, innovative, and comprehensive services
Develop and execute strategic short- and long-term plans aligned with organizational goals
Prepare and manage capital and operating budgets; monitor expenditures and resolve variances
Recruit, retain, and manage a multidisciplinary team including clinical, medical, and support staff
Oversee HR functions including hiring, performance evaluation, training, and compliance with personnel policies
Ensure compliance with Gateway policies, accreditation standards, and state/federal regulations
Drive continuous improvement in service quality and utilization through data review and corrective actions
Research funding opportunities and lead program marketing and proposal development
Represent Gateway in community functions, meetings, and conferences to foster strong public relations
Provide coaching and professional development to direct reports; support goal setting and conflict resolution
Maintain safe, clean, and welcoming physical facilities
Collaborate with Gateway leadership to plan services and resolve operational challenges
Pursue ongoing professional development and create annual plans to enhance management competencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Health Administration, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible management experience in behavioral healthcare, preferably substance use treatment
Proven ability to lead and oversee complex business operations, including budgeting, policy development, and staff management
Strong communication skills to effectively lead teams, build relationships with community and funding partners, and deliver formal presentations
Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills to manage operations, resolve conflicts, and develop strategic goals and procedures
Demonstrated ability to motivate and manage multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment
Communication abilities necessary to answer telephone, and convey information and directions (critical)
Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy, and reading reports, on a regular basis (critical)
Ability to drive vehicle to various locations in assigned geographic area (essential)
Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data on a regular basis (essential)
Preferred
Master's degree
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums
Employee assistance programs focused on mental health
403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Gateway
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
18 paid time off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service
9 paid company holidays
Work-life-balance
Training & Development Programs
Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year
ELearning access to online courses that provide CEU’s and job-related training
Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance
Company
Gateway Foundation
Gateway Foundation offers a wide range of addiction treatments, therapy, and clinical services for substance abuse and mental health.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ave Costa
Chief Development Officer (CDO)
Recent News
2025-10-27
2023-11-08
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