Nonprofit Executive Director (Medford, OR

Nonprofit Executive Director Compass House - Medford, Oregon Compass House is an accredited Clubhouse International program serving adults living with mental health conditions in Southern Oregon. Through the evidence-based Clubhouse International Model, we provide a recovery-oriented, community-based environment where members and staff work side-by-side to build skills, relationships, employment opportunities, and meaningful community connection. Compass House is entering an important and energizing chapter of strategic strengthening and long-term sustainability. With strong community roots and solid financial reserves, the organization is positioned for intentional, steady leadership that will protect model integrity while building diversified and resilient funding streams. We are seeking an Executive Director who demonstrates the ability to lead thoughtfully through organizational transition while protecting model integrity and long-term sustainability. Position Overview The Executive Director provides overall leadership for Compass House, ensuring financial health, accreditation stewardship, and fidelity to the Clubhouse International Standards. Working closely with the Board of Directors, staff, members, funders, and community partners, the Executive Director guides the organization's continued growth in strength, stability, and community impact. This role requires a leader who is both strategic and grounded — someone who understands systems, values collaboration, and leads with clarity and steadiness. Primary Responsibilities Financial Sustainability & Strategic Development Develop and implement a multi-year financial sustainability strategy focused on revenue diversification Strengthen and expand relationships with government agencies, foundations, individual donors, and community partners Ensure responsible stewardship of organizational reserves and long-term financial planning Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and transparent financial reporting in partnership with the Board Accreditation Stewardship & Model Fidelity Maintain full compliance with Clubhouse International Standards Ensure implementation of recommendations provided by Clubhouse International Faculty Strengthen organizational alignment with the work-ordered day and side-by-side member/staff partnership Prepare the organization for future accreditation cycles Embed continuous quality improvement practices consistent with the Clubhouse model Organizational Leadership & Culture Lead thoughtfully during a period of organizational transition and strengthening Foster trust, stability, and consistency among members, staff, and stakeholders Supervise and develop staff in alignment with Clubhouse principles Promote transparency, accountability, and collaborative decision-making Ensure meaningful member engagement throughout all aspects of the organization Board & Community Partnership Partner effectively with the Board of Directors in governance and strategic planning Serve as primary spokesperson and ambassador for Compass House Strengthen partnerships within Oregon's behavioral health landscape Actively participate in the Oregon Clubhouse Coalition Required Qualifications Senior nonprofit leadership experience (Executive Director, Program Director, or comparable senior role) Demonstrated success in revenue development and funding diversification Strong financial management and budgeting skills Experience working effectively with a Board of Directors Commitment to recovery-oriented, community-based mental health services Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Demonstrated ability to lead thoughtfully through organizational transition while protecting model integrity and long-term sustainability Must be able to pass a background check Must have a clean driving record Strongly Preferred Direct experience within a Clubhouse Demonstrated knowledge of Clubhouse International Standards Experience participating in accreditation cycles Experience managing government contracts Familiarity with Oregon's behavioral health funding environment Compensation & Benefits Starting salary: $80,000 annually , commensurate with experience Compass House offers a robust benefits package including: Full medical, dental, and behavioral health coverage Generous paid time off Short-term and long-term disability options A collaborative, mission-driven workplace community

Pay:

From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

working at a nonprofit: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person