CMHHIFL Chief Executive Officer
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CMHHIFL Chief Executive Officer
Salary
$180,000.00 - $200,000.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IIC 70000 08/20/2025
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OBH (Office of Behavioral Health)
Opening Date
08/21/2025
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
3520 W Oxford Ave, Denver, CO 80236, USA
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
melissa.baca@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department Information
Department Information:
This position is open to residents and non-residents of Colorado. If appointed to a position,
applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado prior to their start date.
This announcement will remain open until the position is filled
The Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (CMHHIFL) is one of two state psychiatric hospitals serving Colorado residents with acute mental illnesses and/or court-ordered inpatient restoration treatment. Our vision is to provide exemplary inpatient psychiatric care to residents in Colorado with acute, serious and persistent mental health needs. CMHHIFL supports hope, health and recovery through innovative, evidence-based and individualized patient care.
CMHHIFL provides inpatient treatment to adult clients generally between the ages of 18 and 59. The hospital has 94 civil adult inpatient beds and 22 forensic beds. Medical, rehabilitation services (physical, occupational and speech therapy) and clinical programming are available to clients based on their treatment needs. https://cdhs.colorado.gov/CMHHIFL
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
Description of Job
This position is required to be onsite Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Management and Leadership:
Provide management and leadership for all programs and services provided by the Hospital. Perform, and/ or oversee all duties relative to accomplishing the mission, goals, objectives and purposes of the hospital. Evaluate data related to the hospital's performance In relation to these goals and objectives and take management action to improve outcomes. Analyze program efficiency and effectiveness, identify and define areas for Improvement, and ensure that solutions are implemented and monitored for effectiveness and efficiency. Perform these management and leadership duties while being responsive to constant change and revision of budget levels, accreditation, and accountability programs, economic changes, and the changing needs of the patient population and changing state of inpatient psychiatric treatment. Establish systematic and effective mechanisms for hospital planning and communicating with members of the Governing Body, between hospital executives, the medical staff, nursing, and other disciplines, services, programs, and departments.
Oversight of Treatment Requirements:
Ensure that the treatment and services provided to patients meet all regulatory requirements, including the Joint Commission, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, the CDHS Behavioral Health Administration, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Utilize hospital quality management resources to monitor hospital compliance with these regulatory requirements. Develop and implement plans of correction in the event of regulatory survey findings. Establish policies and procedures and methods of operation to ensure the existence of an effective performance improvement program; patient safety program, and risk management program within the hospital.
Budget Management:
Manage and administer an annual operating budget totaling approximately $59 million annually. Assure balanced resource deployment (personnel services, operating, and capital outlay) between the Hospital's treatment programs, clinical departments and ancillary and support areas. Make management decisions to reduce projected budget shortfalls or allocate projected surpluses during the fiscal year.
Supervision:
Identify performance goals and objectives for direct report staff and monitor staff performance in relation to these goals and objectives. Conduct performance management and pay (PMAP) planning review and appraisal for direct reports. Hold frequent supervision meetings with each direct report and provide coaching, timely feedback and communication regarding work performance. Administer corrective or disciplinary action as needed and defend such actions. Hear grievances and other personnel actions (i.e. Rule 6-10 meetings) as appointing authority.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in psychology, social work or other human services or health care administration related field AND six years of professional experience providing administrative oversight over a multi unit acute care facility in an executive leadership/management role which includes the following areas of competency:
Leadership
Staff supervision
Crisis Management
Inpatient facility operations management
Budget management
Ensuring service quality and the needs of clients/patients are met
Substitutions:
A master's or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the bachelor's degree and one or two years of experience respectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive professional experience (7+ years preferred) in an executive role within the healthcare industry, with a substantial portion specifically within inpatient psychiatric hospital settings.
Proven success in executive-level advising and interdepartmental collaboration, including organizing and directing multiple teams and departments.
Demonstrated success in managing the operations of an acute inpatient hospital psychiatric facility.
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to unify stakeholders and articulate a strategic vision.
Proven track record of improving clinical outcomes, enhancing patient satisfaction, and achieving financial stability and growth.
Extensive experience with regulatory compliance, accreditation processes (e.g., The Joint Commission), and quality improvement methodologies.
Strong experience in budget management, financial planning, and revenue cycle management within a healthcare organization.
Experience in community relations, stakeholder engagement, and advocacy.
Highly Desirable Characteristics:
In-depth knowledge of mental health disorders, evidence-based treatment modalities, and best practices in psychiatric care.
Comprehensive understanding of relevant healthcare laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines (e.g., HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2).
Exceptional leadership, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with medical staff, employees, patients, families, and community partners.
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Sound financial acumen and business management capabilities.
Ability to foster a positive, collaborative, and patient-centered work environment.
Knowledge of current trends, challenges, and emerging issues in the behavioral healthcare industry.
Proficiency in utilizing data and analytics to drive performance improvement and inform decision-making.
Strong understanding of risk management principles and their application in an acute psychiatric setting.
Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence, diversity, equity, and inclusion, with the ability to lead a diverse workforce.
Conditions of Employment:
Full background check and reference check required
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
Need help with your application? Click here.
The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)
As part of the assessment process, the top candidate(s) will be expected to come to the Ft. Logan Mental Health Institute for an interview and a tour of the facility.
For additional recruiting questions, please contact melissa.baca@state.co.us
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program (https://coloradostateofhealth.com/)
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.
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Please describe how your past executive experience has specifically prepared you to be successful as the CEO of our hospital, considering the unique challenges of managing a psychiatric hospital with both civil and forensic patient populations, a significant annual operating budget, stringent regulatory and accreditation requirements, and the need for strategic leadership, financial stewardship, interdepartmental collaboration, and driving positive change through data-driven decision making and effective stakeholder engagement.
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Given the critical importance of patient safety and regulatory compliance in a psychiatric hospital environment, please describe your experience in establishing and overseeing programs designed to ensure high standards in these areas. How have you approached continuous monitoring and achieved successful outcomes, particularly in response to challenges or findings?
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Drawing on your executive experience, please describe your approach to change management.
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