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Executive Director, The Wendt Center for Loss and Healing
3 months ago
Executive Director
Compensation
band: $150,000 to $175,000, based on various
factors, including but not limited to, skill set and
experience
Position logistics: Full-time, exempt, salaried
staff position. Hybrid role with an office in Washington, DC.
About the Wendt
Center
The Wendt Center helps children, youth, and adults rebuild their
emotional lives after loss, illness, violence and trauma.
Since 1975, the Wendt Center for Loss and Healing has helped people
in the Greater Washington area rebuild a sense of safety and hope
after experiencing a loss, life-threatening illness, violence or
other trauma. Nationally recognized for expertise in grief,
trauma, and mental health, they provide an array of holistic
services for children, teens, adults, families, and the local
community.
Through office and community-based
service sites across metropolitan Washington, DC, and with a focus
on the needs of the underserved, the Wendt Center is a unique and
critical resource for thousands of children, adults, and families
each year. Services are provided on a sliding scale basis
according to need, or free under grants for those who
qualify. Many insurances are accepted.
The Wendt Center Purpose and values are the following:
We offer a pathway to healing.
We believe that healing from life's worst moments is
possible.
We express kindness to all. Caring and compassion are at the
heart of all we do.
We practice collaboration and teamwork, recognizing that none
of us can do it alone.
We strive to be lifelong learners, and actively seek
opportunities to expand our personal and professional
knowledge.
For more information, please visit
About the Executive Director position
The Wendt Center seeks an Executive Director to build on nearly 50
years of impact helping people rebuild a sense of safety and hope
after experiencing a loss, life-threatening illness, violence or
other trauma. The new Executive Director will bring a deep sense of
commitment to the Wendt Center philosophy and mission and will
provide a sustainable foundation and platform to inspire hope and
healing in the Washington, DC Metro community. Reporting to the
Board of Directors, managing three direct reports, and overseeing a
dedicated clinical and program staff of 30, the new leader will be
responsible for ensuring the delivery of services, providing
strategic leadership, oversight, and direction in fundraising,
administration, financial management, program development, and
public relations.
Key
Responsibilities:
Fiscal Operations
Oversee the development and implementation of the annualbudget
Provide oversight of the annual audit
Partner with the Board of Directors finance and audit
subcommittees to ensure the organization is operating with
efficiency and fiscal integrity
Oversee adherence to all financial policies and procedures
Work closely with internal and/or external financial entities
to monitor and manage the Center's liabilities and assets
Ensure effective and efficient implementation of public and
private third-party payers in the organization's fee for service
operations
With appropriately delegated authority, sign and execute all
contracts, grants, leases, licenses, and any other legal forms
necessary to maintain operations
Oversee organizational cash flow and utilization of line of
credit
Oversee approval and execution of payments in accordance with
board-authorized annual budget
FundraisingEnsure the Wendt Center has the revenue required to fulfill its
mission, grow and innovate
Develop and implement a fundraising strategy, which includes
specific revenue targets for government and foundation grants as
well as corporate and individual donors, to enable the organization
to secure the financial resources necessary to advance and fulfill
its mission.
Identify and cultivate new donors and strengthen relationships
with current donors.
Oversee the Development Director and Board Level Development
subcommittee to organize and carry out all fundraising efforts
including, but not limited to, individual donors, private and
corporate foundations and organizations, state and federal
funders, and the Combined Federal Campaign and United Way
Program and
AdministrationUpdate, develop, and oversee implementation of organization's
strategic plan to ensure the effectiveness of the organization's
mission and its long-term sustainability
Direct development and implementation of programs to address
gaps within the service delivery system and ensure
accessibility
Ensure all programs deliver effective, efficient, and
high-quality service through thoughtful program
evaluation
Ensure compliance with all private and government grant
requirements and deliverables
Build, maintain and model a strong organizational culture
reflective of the Wendt Center's purpose and values
Empower, inspire, and hold accountable all staff to achieve
individual and organizational goals
Ensure organizational compliance with all relevant local and
federal regulations including but not limited to ensuring adequate
coverage of all business insurance policies
Public RelationsPromote the visibility of the Wendt Center by serving as its
primary spokesperson and communicating regularly and with
transparency through means such as regular impact reports, an
annual report, public events, traditional media outlets,
newsletter, and social media
Ensure representation of the Wendt Center and its mission at
the local and national level in the grief and loss community
through collaborative public presentations, special events,
publications, training, and other opportunities including service
on relevant community and government-based committees and
coalitions
Serve on relevant community and government-based committees to
ensure a comprehensive understanding of the resources and needs
within the broader mental health/grief/trauma service delivery
system locally and nationally
Cultivate and maintain relationships with other leaders in the
grief and loss community, with business, civic, and community
leaders, and with current, former, and prospective donors and
clients of the Center
Board DevelopmentPartner with the Board of Directors and its subcommittees to
ensure effective implementation of the organization's strategic
plan
Recommend appropriate actions and policy decisions for
consideration by the Board
Report to the Board on program implementation, financial
status, infrastructure changes, and organizational health
Other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors or the
Executive Committee of the Board of Directors
Qualifications:
Please know the Wendt Center Search Committee recognizes that not
every candidate will bring all of the skills, knowledge, and
experiences listed below and welcomes candidates with a variety of
experience.Passion and a deep authentic commitment to the mission of the
Wendt Center
Minimum 10 years professional experience in a leadership
position
Record of strong operational leadership and the ability to
ensure effective and efficient policies and procedures
Demonstrated success in fundraising and serving as a chief
external spokesperson for an organization
A record of leading authentic, trust-based, and genuine
organizational relationships and partnerships
Experience in successful team management
Strong, clear, and transparent communication skills with the
ability to engage, connect, and inspire the variety of individuals
and groups who are a part of the Wendt Center
Working knowledge of mental health (specifically grief and
trauma)
Working knowledge of non-profit management
Established ability to nurture an ongoing commitment among the
board and staff to further the mission of the Wendt
Center
How to Apply:
The Wendt Center has retained the executive search firm LeaderFit
to partner with the Board and Search Committee on this search.
Interested candidates should upload a brief cover letter and
resume.
