President/CEO

About ADS

ADS is a nonprofit behavioral health organization providing substance use disorder and related services across North Carolina. ADS is mission-driven and primarily funded through Medicaid/Medicare, government contracts, and public grants.

Position Overview

ADS is seeking a President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide strategic, financial, and operational leadership for the organization. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will lead a complex, government-funded nonprofit organization in a resource-constrained environment and will be responsible for ensuring financial sustainability, regulatory compliance, and high-quality service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for ADS in partnership with the Board of Directors
• Oversee financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance for a Medicaid- and grant-funded organization
• Lead relationships with government agencies, funders, and managed care organizations
• Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence across all programs
• Identify and pursue opportunities for sustainable growth and diversification of funding
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture in a lean operating environment

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field
• At least 5 years’ senior leadership experience in nonprofit, healthcare, behavioral health, or human services organizations
• At least 5 years’ experience of strong background in financial management and government-funded programs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors

Preferred Experience

• Experience in substance use disorder or behavioral health services
• Knowledge of North Carolina’s Medicaid and behavioral health funding landscape
• Grant development and contract management experience
• Track record of stabilizing or growing organizations in challenging funding environments