Christian Career Center · 1 month ago
Executive Director - Center for Individual and Family Therapy
Santa Ana, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
7+ years expChristian Career Center is seeking an Executive Director for the Center for Individual and Family Therapy. The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure the organization fulfills its mission of providing Christ-centered mental health services, while also promoting its culture and mission within the community.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Lead the organization in alignment with its Christian mission, values, and statement of faith
Collaborate with the Board of Directors and Senior Leadership to set and implement strategic goals and long-term vision
Foster a culture of excellence, compassion, integrity, and spiritual growth among staff and clients
Serve as the CIFT’s ambassador and promoter within both the Christian community and broader local community
Oversee day-to-day operations, including marketing, clinical programs, administration, and facilities
Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations governing mental health and nonprofit organizations
Implement effective systems for measuring program impact, client outcomes, and operational efficiency
Supervise senior leadership and provide mentorship and accountability to all staff and therapists
Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Director of Operations and the Board
Ensure sound financial practices, transparency, and stewardship of resources
Oversee fundraising, donor relations, and grant management
Build sustainable revenue streams through services, partnerships, and community support
Comfortably drive CIFT’s external growth
Support the Clinical Director and therapy staff in maintaining excellence in client care and adherence to ethical and faith-integrated standards
Identify emerging community mental health needs and develop new programs or partnerships in response that grow revenue
Encourage professional development and continuing education among staff and clinicians
Continue to develop oneself clinically and professionally through relevant continuing education, up-to-date licensure and ongoing therapeutic work with clients limited to no more than 10 sessions per week
Report regularly to the Board on organizational performance, challenges, and opportunities
Partner with the Board to ensure effective governance and compliance with bylaws and mission
Facilitate strategic planning and board development initiatives
Personally create, build and maintain relationships with local churches, Christian schools, community organizations, and donors
Represent the organization at community events, church gatherings, and mental health conferences
Serve as a spokesperson for Christian approaches to mental and emotional health
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience, preferably within a faith-based or nonprofit mental health organization
Experience managing multi-staff teams and clinical operations
Proven success in fundraising, financial management, and strategic planning
A committed follower of Jesus Christ with a mature and active faith
Agreement with the organization's Statement of Faith and commitment to integrate biblical principles in leadership and counseling practice
Demonstrated integrity, humility, and servant leadership
Ability to build trusted relationships across diverse Christian traditions and community sectors
Strong track record of increasing revenue profitably, growing donors and growing relationships that are mutually beneficial
Strong organizational and communication skills
Visionary leadership with practical execution ability
Skilled in nonprofit financial management and fundraising
Understanding clinical therapy environments, licensing, and best practices
Compassionate interpersonal skills and ability to lead through grace and accountability
Preferred
master's degree in psychology, counseling, business administration, nonprofit management, or theology
Benefits
Company contribution toward group medical insurance.
Access to supplemental employee funded health and retirement benefits.
Paid time off, holidays, and spiritual retreat opportunities.
Flexible schedule as needed for ministry and community events.
Company
Christian Career Center
The Christian Career Center is a "one-stop" career center designed to help you reach your career potential.
2-10 employees
Funding
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