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NORTHEAST HEARING & SPEECH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The board of directors of Northeast Hearing & Speech (NHS), headquartered in Portland, Maine, seeks a new executive director to lead the nonprofit organization into its second century. NHS’s dedicated clinicians offer a complete range of services to help people of all ages hear, speak, and communicate, and its community outreach efforts impact thousands of people in need each year. The next executive director will uphold the organization’s commitment to exceptional care and community service, while strategically extending its reach. Organizational Overview Since 1924, Northeast Hearing & Speech has been providing speech language pathology and audiology services, as well as the latest hearing aid technology for people of all ages. NHS’s certified audiologists provide comprehensive hearing evaluations for newborns to elders; dispense hearing aids and assistive listening devices from the leading manufacturers; and deliver thoughtfully tailored education and counseling, spending the time needed to ensure top-notch care. NHS’s speech-language pathologists provide evaluations and therapy for children and adults with hearing loss, speech and language differences, autism, and a variety of other neurodevelopmental disabilities. Northeast Hearing & Speech is also actively involved in several community initiatives to improve school readiness and third-grade reading levels through parent and teacher trainings about how to support children’s language and literacy development. Looking forward, NHS is focused on the following strategic priorities:
Expanding to meet increased demand in neighboring communities More information about Northeast Hearing & Speech, including board and staff profiles and video testimonials, can be found on the website: https://www.nehearingandspeech.org/ Position Summary The executive director serves as the primary public-facing representative for the organization and oversees all financial, human resources, facilities, marketing, and administrative functions of NHS. This individual is ultimately responsible for sustaining the organization’s financial health, ensuring excellence in all services, and maintaining NHS’s positive culture and ability to attract and retain exceptional talent. The new executive director will partner with the board in developing a strategic plan to advance the nonprofit’s mission over the next three to five years. Though direct fundraising is not a feature of this position, building relationships and community-based partnerships is among the executive director’s top priorities. The executive director reports to the board of directors, supports board recruitment and development, ensures consistent and meaningful communication, and serves as liaison between the board and staff. More specific aspects of the executive director’s role and responsibilities include: Finance and Operations
Staff Management
Public Relations
Position Requirements Leading Northeast Hearing & Speech demands a broad set of attributes and skills. This position requires a mission-driven team-builder with financial acumen; proven presentation, public speaking, and networking skills; and facility in delegation, coordination, and prioritization. The executive director should be proficient in modern tools for data analysis, planning, and communication. Significant experience managing clinical operations and familiarity with speech and/or hearing care operations would be very advantageous. It is expected that the successful candidate will bring to the organization:
Compensation The compensation package includes a competitive salary of $110,000-130,000 commensurate with experience; health, dental, short- and long-term disability and life insurance; generous paid time off and a 401K match. The new hire can expect a formal review after six months as well as an annual evaluation. Nondiscrimination Northeast Hearing & Speech is an equal opportunity employer. The board of directors recognizes and values leadership of diverse and historically marginalized communities and encourages people of all identities to apply. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic background, age, religion, familial status, disability, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and any other legally protected characteristic. The organization complies with all applicable national, state, and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. To apply Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Starboard Leadership Consulting at the following address: [email protected] Paper copies may be sent to Jessica Weiner, Starboard Leadership Consulting, 84 Harlow St., Bangor, ME 04401, but electronic submissions of material are preferred. No phone inquiries, please. The application deadline is October 23, 2023, and review of all submissions will begin immediately thereafter.
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ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT SPEECH THERAPY?! SO ARE WE! At Boothby Therapy Services (BTS) we provide excellent, high-quality speech services to schools. We are seeking passionate, highly-motivated speech-language pathologists to join our Community of Providers. This is an opportunity to innovate, collaborate, and make a difference in the lives of children all over Maine! Clinical fellows are encouraged to apply! This is an in-person, school-based position in Maine. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. About Us: Boothby Therapy Services is New Hampshire’s BEST provider of school-based related services, partnering with more than 90% of New Hampshire's school districts and now providing the same high-quality services to our neighbors in Maine! We focus on ensuring that each employee feels supported and empowered in their role within the company. Must-Haves:
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Gabby Owens (she/her) Director of Marketing & Recruitment Boothby Therapy Services 806 North Main St. Laconia, NH 03246 P: 603-524-9090 C: 603-520-3555 F: 603-524-1497 |