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    Executive Director - New York, United States - Nonprofit HR

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    Description
    Location: Manhattan, NY
    Work Location: In-Office / Hybrid
    Reports To: ABCT Board of Directors
    Salary: $170,000 to $200,000 - commensurate with experience

    About ABCT

    The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) is a multidisciplinary organization committed to the enhancement of health and well-being by advancing the scientific understanding, assessment, prevention, and treatment of human problems through the global application of behavioral, cognitive, and biological evidence-based principles.

    This work is done through a shared vision of promoting human wellness and the understanding and treatment of behavioral, emotional and health problems through science.

    Position Description

    The Executive Director leads this premier multidisciplinary organization and builds upon the foundation to expand the delivery of behavioral, cognitive, and other evidence-based principles to assessment, prevention, and treatment for individuals, parents, children, couples, and families. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director oversees, guides, and directs ABCT with a focus on strategic planning and prioritization, strategic plan execution, operational and programmatic excellence, and talent management and development. The role provides thought-leadership while leveraging industry knowledge and best practices to promote the mission and vision of ABCT. This critical role supports culture development and management efforts.

    Duties & Responsibilities
    • Oversees the day-to-day and month-to-month activities of the organization, ensuring the on-time execution of organizational and Board objectives.
    • Directs, coordinates, and/or oversees all approved programs, projects, and activities of the Central Office staff. Maintains a sound organizational structure for the Central Office.
    • Ensures the Board of Directors, Coordinators, and Committee Chairs are kept fully informed on the conditions and operations of the organization, and on all important factors influencing them.
    • Attends meetings of the Board of Directors, Finance Committee, Audit Committee, Development Committee, and Publications Committee as reasonable & required.
    • Assists in planning, formulation, and recommendation for approval by the Board of Directors basic policies and programs which will further the mission and objectives of the Association. Much of this responsibility will be carried out in collaboration with Board Members, Coordinators, and Committee Chairpersons.
    • Develops for purposes of day-to-day administration, specific policies, procedures and programs to implement the general policies established by the Board of Directors and ensures that they are implemented.
    • Recruits, hires, trains, and motivates Association staff personnel. Responsible for all promotions and terminations, as described in the Personnel Manual.
    • Operates in compliance with New York State laws for nonprofit organizations.
    • Clearly defines and delegates staff duties in a way that ensures the attainment of the organizational objectives, establishes performance standards, conducts performance reviews, and maintains competitive salary structures.
    • Responsible for search, hiring, and oversight of ABCT consultants as needed. Currently but not limited to: attorney, accounting, Information Technology (IT), Governance, Human Resources, Public Relations, and Diversity.
    • In cooperation with the Finance Committee and Secretary-Treasurer develops, recommends and upon approval operates within an annual budget. Ensures that all funds, physical assets, and other property of the Association are appropriately safeguarded and administered. This extends to the hiring and management of ABCT's accounting firm and financial advisor.
    • With the Membership Issues Coordinator, Membership Committee Chair, Student Membership Committee Chair, Ambassador Subcommittee Chair and the Membership and Marketing Manager, plans, organizes, and directs membership promotion and retention programs. Collects dues and terminates delinquent members.
    • In close cooperation with the Director of Education and Meeting Services, works closely with convention committees to plan, promote, and execute meetings, webinars, and conventions. Exercises oversight of convention budget and convention arrangements to meet financial objectives.
    • Supervises and/or executes all communications to the general membership, which includes newsletters, general mailings, ballots, posts to our website and social media outlets, etc.
    • Plans and oversees policies and development of ABCT fundraising initiatives. Plans and oversees the policies pertaining to exhibits, sponsorship advertising and mailing list sales.
    • Executes such contracts and commitments as may be authorized by the Board of Directors or established policies. Monitors all contracts and commitments, leases, etc.
    • Carries out such other general responsibilities as may be delegated by the officers and/or the Board of Directors.
    • Fulfills ABCT's responsibilities with the World Confederation of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies (WCCBT).
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Demonstrated commitment to ABCT's mission and vision.
    • Demonstrated ability to support ABCT's organizational commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, and Justice.
    • Demonstrated track record of working with organizations that serve various communities while keeping the needs of these communities at the core of all work being performed.
    • Experience with budgeting and resource planning; knowledge of non-profit finance and fundamental accounting principles (GAAP, and New York state laws).
    • Ability to negotiate and build consensus respectfully with diverse stakeholders.
    • Ability to consistently identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations based on observations.
    • A high degree of collaboration, emotional intelligence, and self-motivation.
    • Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, oral, and written).
    • Strong networker, convener, and relationship builder with experience. collaborating with diverse work teams and stakeholders.
    • Strategic thought partnership and consultancy skills.
    Education, Knowledge and Experience
    • Eight to Ten or more years of Association/Nonprofit leadership experience - focused on strategic planning, program planning and development, health service administration and fiscal management, policy development and implementation and staff supervision, required.
    • Bachelor's Degree in public health, healthcare administration, psychology, law, nursing administration, social work, business, Human Services or a related discipline required. Master's Degree preferred.
    • Certified Association Executive (CAE) certification from ASAE preferred.
    • Experience in and/or knowledge of behavioral and cognitive therapies or behavioral sciences is a plus.
    • Knowledge of federal funding and government contracts preferred.
    • Experience managing and developing senior and junior staff.
    • Experience with policy formulation and implementation.
    • Experience coordinating the activities of a professional association preferred.
    How To Apply

    ABCT has retained Impact Search Advisors by Nonprofit HR as their Executive Search Partner for this important hire. To be considered, applicants must submit a resume and cover letter via the Nonprofit HR website at

    Priority will be given to applicants who apply before March 4th, 2024

    Please direct inquiries regarding this search to Hakimu Davidson, Senior Executive Search Consultant at [email protected]

    Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

    Nonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve. To fully realize our goal, we prioritize our understanding of the complexities of DEI within our workforce to inform our approach to talent management. We believe that this guides how we do our work, advise our clients to operationalize DEI and position our content and educational opportunities help strengthen the talent management capacity of the social impact sector.

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