Executive Director at ALPAS WELLNESS LA PLATA LLC

Position: Executive Director

Location: Sterling, Virginia

Job Status: Full-time salaried

At Alpas Wellness Centers, our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where people heal their minds and bodies, rediscover their purpose, and forge a path of recovery toward a brighter future. Guided by our values-Authenticity, Innovation, Patient and Staff Experience, Compassion, Safety, and Autonomy-we integrate traditional, holistic, and alternative therapies to create individualized treatment plans that truly meet each person where they are.

Alpas Wellness NOVA is a fully licensed and accredited behavioral health outpatient facility located in Sterling, Virginia, dedicated to transforming behavioral healthcare through a personalized, whole-person approach. We serve individuals and families navigating substance use disorder and mental health concerns with innovative, compassionate, and evidence-based care. Our thoughtfully designed outpatient facility offers a tranquil environment for PHP and IOP levels of care, incorporating biophilic design elements that support healing and comfort.

We are driven by a vision to revolutionize behavioral healthcare. If you're passionate about building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering meaningful care at scale, we'd love to connect.

Job Summary

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational performance of Alpas Wellness NOVA. This role has full accountability for clinical quality, financial performance, regulatory compliance, staff development, and growth of the program.

The Executive Director will oversee all operations related to the outpatient program-including clinical, admissions, and administrative functions-ensuring alignment with Alpas Wellness' mission, values, and performance expectations. This leader serves as the senior on-site executive and will help census growth, optimizing operational efficiency, and delivering an exceptional patient and staff experience.

The Executive Director reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and works in close partnership with executive leadership across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Oversight

Provide full oversight of all day-to-day operations of the NOVA facility, including clinical, medical, admissions, and administrative functions

Establish and maintain a high-performing, accountable treatment team

Ensure seamless coordination between clinical care delivery and operational execution

Drive consistency, structure, and adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and standards

Clinical & Patient Care Oversight

Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care aligned with organizational standards and regulatory requirements

Partner closely with the the clinical team and Medical leadership to oversee treatment quality and outcomes

Monitor clinical KPIs including patient outcomes, satisfaction, engagement, and AMA/ACA rates

Promote a culture of patient-centered care, safety, and continuous improvement

Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation

Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including VADBHDS, Joint Commission, HIPAA, and applicable licensing bodies

Maintain accreditation standards (Joint Commission)

Oversee audit responses, incident reporting, and corrective action plans

Ensure documentation standards meet payer and regulatory expectations (ASAM/MCG as applicable)

People Leadership & Culture

Recruit, develop, and retain high-quality staff across all departments

Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for all staff

Foster a strong, mission-driven culture aligned with Alpas Wellness values

Ensure staff engagement, accountability, and professional development

Promote an "All for One" team environment focused on collaboration and excellence

Program Development & Quality Improvement

Continuously evaluate and refine programs, workflows, and service delivery models

Implement quality improvement initiatives based on data, outcomes, and feedback

Ensure programs remain innovative, competitive, and aligned with best practices

Growth, Census, and Business Development

Drive sustainable census growth through collaboration with business development and marketing teams

Ensure strong admissions processes through collaboration with admissions team, including timely response, conversion, and patient experience

Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, providers, and community stakeholders

Support expansion of services and programs based on market demand and organizational strategy

Path to Financial Performance & P&L Ownership

Growth trajectory to maintain full responsibility for site-level financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and EBITDA

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as census, average length of stay (ALS), payer mix, and utilization

Partner with utilization review team and revenue cycle teams to optimize reimbursement and minimize denials

Identify and implement cost-efficiency initiatives while maintaining high-quality care

Required Education, Licensure, Experience and Skills

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or Behavioral Health field preferred

Independent clinical licensure in the state of Virginia (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD) required

Degree, Professional Certification, or Advanced Training in Healthcare Administration, Business, Leadership, or other related areas strongly preferred

Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in behavioral health or healthcare operations

Minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership role (Clinical Director, Executive Director, Program Director, Clinical Supervisor, or equivalent)

Minimum of 3 years providing clinical supervision.

Experience overseeing PHP, IOP, or similar levels of care strongly preferred

Demonstrated success in managing P&L, driving census growth, and leading multidisciplinary teams

Strong leadership and executive presence with the ability to inspire and drive accountability

Deep understanding of behavioral health operations, clinical workflows, and payer clinical documentation requirements

Expertise in regulatory and accreditation standards (VADBHDS, Joint Commission, HIPAA, etc.)

Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and operational performance

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Compensation

Salary range: $130,000 - $145,000, depending on experience

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401k

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Training and Education Reimbursement

Alpas Wellness is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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