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Position Title: Vice President Acute Care and Central Receiving Services
Location: Gainesville, FL
Salary: Up to $109,000.00 |Exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

As the Vice President Acute Care/CRF Services, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:

• Directs operations of Crisis Stabilization Units, Short-Term Residential Treatment (SRT), Addictions Receiving Facility (ARF), Inpatient Units, and Central Receiving Emergency Screening Services.
• Oversee screening and assessment, emergency support coordination, CSU operations, clinical and discharge planning, nursing, staffing, hiring, orientation, training, disciplinary actions, retention, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Coordinates administrative functions, service projections, triage, and service coordination, ensuring seamless transitions and warm hand-offs post-discharge.
• Maintains unified practices and quality staff performance across all units and locations.
• Provides leadership that fosters a culture of learning, innovation, and professional growth.
• Translates organizational goals and strategic vision into actionable plans for Acute Care and CRS, supporting ongoing growth and program development.
• Develops and updates staff training manuals and program protocols to reflect current best practices and regulatory standards.
• Coordinates services and staffing with Staffing Department, and SVP/CCO.
• Participates in the CRS Advisory Council and represents Meridian to internal and external stakeholders, including community partners, hospitals, and contracted agencies.
• Ensures seamless collaboration with related departments such as Mobile Response Team (MRT), HIV Specialist, Care Coordination, CORE and Hospital Bridge staff.
• Ensures adherence to CARF, AHCA, DCF, LSF, and other regulatory standards for clinical, billing, documentation, and service delivery.
• Maintains accurate, concurrent documentation and program manuals; conducts peer reviews and drills as required.
• Protects organizational assets and reputation by promptly reporting adverse events and ensuring safety protocols are followed.

 What We're Looking For

A minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience with a Florida License as a Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor or Marriage and Family Therapist.

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

• Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
• Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
• Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
• Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.

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Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.