Executive Director, Nonprofit Leadership & Disability Services

About the Company

Well-regarded organization providing support services to families of children with disabilities

Industry Individual and Family Services

Type Nonprofit

Founded 1992

Employees 11-50

Specialties

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About the Role

The Company is in search of an Executive Director to lead its mission of supporting families with children and adults who have disabilities, special health care needs, or developmental delays. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the organization's strategic direction, ensuring high program impact, and upholding quality standards in all areas of operation. This role requires a leader who can promote a culture of understanding, equity, and respect, and who is adept at building and supporting a diverse Board of Directors. The Executive Director will also be tasked with managing a substantial budget, maintaining financial sustainability, and expanding fundraising efforts to support the organization's growth.

Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a strong background in mission-driven organizations, with a focus on youth and families, particularly those with special health care needs, developmental delays, or disabilities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in community leadership, fundraising, and a deep understanding of the systems that serve this population. Experience in managing a team, fostering a welcoming workplace culture, and a commitment to the values of the organization are essential. The role demands a dynamic individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who can effectively engage with diverse communities and stakeholders. A personal or professional connection to the experiences of the families served is highly valued, as is a commitment to advancing equity and inclusion.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

CEO/President Non-Profit Management Operations General Management Strategy