CEO/Executive Director

Renaissance House, Inc.

Organization Description:

Renaissance House, Inc., is a private nonprofit organization that has been providing residential services to people with developmental disabilities since 1980. Originally serving six disabled men in one facility in Tiffin, Ohio, Renaissance House now serves more than 80 men and women with a wide range of disabilities in Seneca, Hancock, Huron, Erie, and Sandusky counties. In most cases, services are provided to people in their own homes. The organization’s mission is to enable people with developmental disabilities to have a home, enjoy relationships with family and community members, and occupy valued social roles. Renaissance House staff provide a variety of competency and image enhancing services addressing the need for relationships, acceptance, love, commitment, and emotional support in addition to essential health and safety. The core of Renaissance House is the staff members who carry out the organization’s mission by effectively delivering services to our clients. Each of our staff members is committed to providing the best possible individualized services. Renaissance House values the hard work and dedication of all of our employees, whether they have been with us for 30 years or are just starting their new career.

To learn more about Renaissance House, please visit: https://www.renaissancehouseinc.org/

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Board and Organizational Leadership:

Serve as Chief Executive Officer and primary staff liaison to the Board of Trustees, keeping the Board informed of significant organizational, operational, financial, regulatory, and service-related developments.
Partner with the Board to establish organizational priorities, goals, policies, and long-term direction, and translate those priorities into effective action.
Prepare for and support effective Board meetings, through preparation of agendas, materials, and record keeping.
Ensure compliance with applicable Internal Revenue Service requirements necessary to maintain the organization’s 501(c)(3) status.
Perform other duties related to the organization's operations as assigned by the Board of Trustees.

2. Program and Service Operations:

Provide overall leadership and oversight of program operations and service delivery, with a focus on person-centered services and the health, safety, welfare, and quality of life of individuals we serve.
Maintain sufficient familiarity with individuals’ needs and services to understand how organizational decisions affect the people Renaissance House serves: participate in individual or team meetings and conduct routine visits as appropriate.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and mission-centered decision-making.

3. People Leadership and Organizational Development:

Provide direct leadership and supervision to the Human Resources Manager, Fiscal Manager, Service Coordinators, and contracted personnel.
Lead, develop, and support the organization’s leadership team, fostering accountability, collaboration, trust, and effective delegation.
Oversee human resource practices and workforce development in partnership with the Human Resources Manager, including efforts that support recruitment, retention, and employee engagement.
Ensure effective staff development, training, performance management, and accountability across the organization.

4. Regulatory Compliance, Risk, and Legal Responsibilities:

Ensure continued compliance with the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM), Medicaid Waiver, and other applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Maintain certifications, policies, practices, training, and documentation necessary for compliant operation as a provider of services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Identify and manage organizational risks and ensure appropriate protections for individuals served, employees, finances, property, and the organization.
Ensure that appropriate insurance coverage is maintained, including general and professional liability, property, automobile, directors and officers liability, and other required or appropriate insurance coverage.
Negotiate and execute contracts, leases, loans, and other legal documents as authorized or required by the organization.

5. Fiscal and Asset Management:

Provide overall oversight of financial operations, budgeting, payroll, and financial management in partnership with the Fiscal Manager.
Monitor organizational financial health and use sound financial judgment to support sustainable operations and mission priorities.
Oversee organizational property, vehicles, investments, equipment, and other assets to ensure they are properly maintained, safe, and appropriately managed.
Identify opportunities to strengthen financial sustainability, including fundraising, grant development and relationship with funding sources, as appropriate to the organization’s strategy.

6. Community and External Relations:

Serve as the organization’s chief representative and advocate across the communities the organization serves.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with service agencies, governmental and regulatory entities e.g. County Boards of Developmental Disabilities, Ohio Dept. of DD, funding sources, community partners, and other stakeholders.
Represent the organization professionally and communicate its mission, services, needs, and priorities effectively.

7. Strategic and Organizational Planning:

Develop and implement organizational plans that respond to the needs of individuals served and advance the mission of Renaissance House.
Work with the Board and leadership team to establish priorities, evaluate organizational needs, and make informed decisions about growth, improvement, and resource allocation.
Lead organizational change thoughtfully, balancing continuity and stability with opportunities to improve systems, services, workforce practices, and organizational effectiveness.
Monitor emerging regulatory, workforce, financial, and community trends and adapt organization strategies accordingly.

8. Social Role Valorization (SRV):

Promote the principles and practices of Social Role Valorization throughout the organization.
Participate in and support professional development related to SRV and facilitate staff participation in relevant training and educational opportunities.

Requirements:

Leadership Competencies ● Relationship-building skills ● Community engagement ● Written and verbal communication skills ● People leadership and delegation ● Planning and prioritization ● Adaptability ● Conflict management ● Strategic thinking ● Change leadership ● Financial and risk management

Travel Involved:

Requires 25% of domestic travel. Regular travel is expected to agency locations within Seneca, Hancock, Huron, Erie, and Sandusky counties. Occasional travel is expected to relevant local, state and out-of-state events or conferences.

Compensation:

$100,000.00 - $110,000.00
Exempt, Full-Time Working Hours: Minimum 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with evenings and weekends as needed

Position Location:

103 N. Washington Street
Tiffin, OH 44883

If interested please forward your cover letter and resume to:

Rose Goshe
(419) 447-7901
rgoshe@renhouse.org

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