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Chief Executive Officer

LifeWorks

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About LifeWorks
Lifeworks mission is to fearlessly
advocate for youth and young adults to pursue a life they love and
a stable future for themselves and their families. Their service
philosophy is strengths-based, data-driven, and client-centered.
Everyone who walks through their door is served with dignity and
viewed through the lens of their potential and the goals they set
for themselves.
 
LifeWorks was created in 1998 through
the merger of Pathways Community Counseling, Child & Family
Service, Teenage Parent Council of Austin, and Youth Options. The
goal of the merger was to establish a continuum of support for
youth and families experiencing crisis. The organization started
with a budget of $6 million and has grown to more than $20 million,
employing more than 180 professional staff and operating 4 service
locations.
 
LifeWorks has more than 50 years of
experience working with homeless youth, youth aging out of foster
care, young adults, and young parents. LifeWorks provides 19
programs under the categories of Housing, Counseling, and
Education/Workforce. LifeWorks funding base is approximately 70%
public contracts (state, federal, local) and 30%
philanthropy.  They have one of the most comprehensive
continuums of housing and support options for vulnerable youth in
the country, including Street Outreach, Emergency Shelter,
Transitional Living, Young Parents Program, Rapid Re-Housing, and
Permanent Support Housing. LifeWorks is active in local, state, and
national efforts to end youth homelessness. LifeWorks Counseling
programs provide one of the largest sources of community-based and
psychiatric services to children, youth and families. Education and
Workforce programs provide literacy and HSE (High School
Equivalency) classes, workforce placement, and critical
skill-building support. Youth and families may access one or
multiple LifeWorks programs with continuity.
 
Position Summary
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
reports to the Board of Governors and is responsible for the
overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of LifeWorks. The
CEO’s primary responsibility is the consistent achievement of the
Agency’s mission and financial objectives. The role ensures
integrated delivery and administrative support of client services
and a commitment to continuous improvement of the quality of the
agency’s services.
 
The CEO role with LifeWorks is a
hybrid work environment based in Austin, TX. This CEO opportunity
offers the candidate of choice a competitive salary range and full
benefits package.
 
Position Duties and
Responsibilities

Key duties and responsibilities
include, but are not limited to:

  • Under the direction of the Board of Governors, lead the mission
    and vision of the organization, so that clients receive
    high-quality services.
  • Help create and implement strategic plans, based on data-driven
    analytics, projections, and financials.
  • Oversee LifeWorks budget and fiscal management and ensure that
    it is a financially viable, sustainable organizations with the
    resources to meet current and projected program growth.
  • Ensure that LifeWorks complies with relevant state and federal
    laws, and regulations and with standard accounting procedures.
  • Build a diverse, high-performing senior leadership team and
    play an active role in attracting, retaining, and developing highly
    qualified staff.
  • Oversee the identification and implementation of
    cost-effective, data-driven strategies to deliver Evidence-Based
    programs to clients.
  • Support LifeWorks Sustainable Philanthropy program,
    particularly in identifying and cultivating excellent relationships
    with local media and strategic partners.
  • Represent LifeWorks to public and private funding
    entities.
  • Represent LifeWorks to local, state, and federal policymakers,
    including elected bodies.
  • Ensure strong collaborative relationships with community groups
    and other stakeholders key to the organization’s mission.
  • Develop and work with the Board, ensuring that Board committees
    and efforts are well-organized and supported.
  • Inform the Board regularly of internal organization matters,
    including relevant staffing, funding, and program success and
    priorities.
  • Direct the development of physical assets, including overseeing
    comprehensive housing projects.
  • Lead the process of developing affordable housing projects,
    including site selection and acquisition, collaborative design and
    planning with architects and urban planners, budgeting and
    financial management, adherence to legal and regulatory compliance,
    oversight of construction processes, proactive stakeholder
    engagement, and incorporation of sustainable and innovative
    practices to ensure the creation of functional, safe, and
    environmentally responsible housing solutions for vulnerable
    populations.
  • Supervise direct reports, including senior level
    positions.
  • Ensure the ongoing development of an inclusive, engaged agency
    culture and work environment that supports LifeWorks Core Values,
    strategic initiatives, and high-quality service to LifeWorks
    clients.

 
Candidate Qualifications,
Competencies, and Skills

  • Master’s degree in social or behavioral sciences, education,
    rehabilitation, or business administration and 10 years’
    experience; or
  • Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences, education,
    rehabilitation, or business administration and 12 years’
    experience; or
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in a senior management role;
    or
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Outlook,
    Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Demonstrated experience with fundraising including foundation
    relations, individual giving, and major gifts, as well as
    acquisition and stewardship of public contracts.
  • Familiarity with child welfare, juvenile justice, and/or
    homelessness response systems.
  • Experience developing affordable housing is desired.
  • Nonprofit experience required.
  • Ensures Accountability and Results: Holds self and others
    accountable to meeting commitments and achieving outcomes; delivers
    timely and clear feedback that is equitable, clear, and
    supportive.
  • Amplifies Talent: Engages and motivates staff; supports their
    growth and development; promotes a climate of collective
    success.
  • Integrates Diverse Perspectives: Recognizes the values that
    different opinions, backgrounds, and experiences bring to an
    organization; actively seeks out and considers varied viewpoints;
    incorporates diverse perspectives into work and actions.
  • Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Uses a combination of feedback and
    reflection to gain and apply productive insights toward personal
    strengths and areas of opportunities; demonstrates a willingness to
    adapt leadership style to better engage, influence, and relate to
    staff.
  • Client-Focused: Builds strong client relationships and delivers
    client-centered solutions.
  • Instills Trust: Gains the confidence and trust of others
    through honesty, integrity, humility, and authenticity.
  • Makes Quality and Sound Decisions: Applies sound judgment in
    the decision-making process; makes collaborative, equitable,
    measured, and timely decisions that support the mission of the
    organization.
  • Drives Vision and Purpose: Paints a compelling picture of the
    vision and strategy that motivates and inspires others to action
    and shared alignment.

 
POLICY ON PLACEMENT AND
RECRUITING

The Batten Group and LifeWorks are
equal opportunity employers committed to the principles of
non-discrimination in the workplace. Candidates will not be
discriminated against on the basis of age, race, creed, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability,
marital status, veteran status, or any other basis that is
prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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