Chief Operating Officer

Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Acadia operates a growing network of 250 plus behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 11,100 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico. With more than 23,000 employees serving approximately 75,000 patients daily, Acadia is the largest stand-alone behavioral health company in the U.S.

Acadia Healthcare's purpose is to Lead Care With Light and our mission is to be a world-class organization that sets the standard for excellence in the treatment of mental health and addiction concerns. We strive to maintain our standing as a thought leader in the behavioral healthcare industry, providing treatment that is synonymous with compassion and innovation.

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Sierra Tucson is a 178-bed behavioral health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment hospital located in picturesque Tucson, Arizona. Established in 1983, we have earned an international reputation as a leader in behavioral healthcare, celebrated for our cutting-edge therapies, compassionate staff, and unparalleled healing environment.

At Sierra Tucson, we seamlessly blend evidence-based practices with integrative therapies to deliver transformative treatment for addiction, behavioral health disorders, and chronic pain. Our serene 160-acre campus, nestled at the base of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains, offers breathtaking views and a tranquil high-desert landscape-providing an ideal setting for healing and recovery.

We are accredited by The Joint Commission and dual-licensed as an Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit and Residential Treatment Center. Our legacy of innovation and excellence makes Sierra Tucson an internationally recognized leader in behavioral health.

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 Sierra Tucson, 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 Sierra Tucson?

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 Sierra Tucson, you'll find more than a career-you'll find a mission to transform lives, including your own.

Responsibilities

• 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 AZ (LPCC, LMFT, LWSW) preferred.

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