Vice President of Early Childhood and School-Age Services

Vice President of Early Childhood and School-Age Services

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Early Childhood and School-Age Services to provide department-wide leadership across a diverse portfolio of programs supporting children and families throughout Greater Cincinnati.

This executive leadership role oversees early childhood education, home visiting, school-age programming, and prevention services, with responsibility for program strategy, financial performance, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, partnerships, and staff development.

What You'll Do

Strategic & Program Leadership

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the Early Childhood and School-Age Services department.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of early childhood, home visiting, early education, and after-school programs.
• Research and implement evidence-based and best-practice models across programs.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures that promote consistency, quality, and program fidelity.
• Monitor emerging needs among children, families, funders, government partners, referral sources, and community stakeholders and translate those needs into program improvements.
• Identify opportunities for program expansion, innovation, partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
• Provide interim leadership and operational support to programs when needed.

Executive Leadership & Community Partnerships

• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop new programs, strategic initiatives, pilot projects, and opportunities for growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, funders, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for Best Point through community events, committees, task forces, conferences, trainings, and speaking engagements.
• Promote exceptional customer service and collaboration both within the organization and throughout the community.

Fiscal & Financial Leadership

• Oversee the development and management of annual budgets across the department.
• Monitor financial performance, revenue projections, expenditures, and program margins.
• Develop forecasts and course-correction plans when programs are not meeting financial expectations.
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue, improve efficiency, and strengthen program sustainability.
• Identify and pursue additional funding opportunities to support program growth and innovation.
• Lead or support grant and proposal development and oversee grant management for awarded funding.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Directly supervise program managers and supervisors while providing leadership and accountability across the department.
• Build and maintain a high-performing, collaborative leadership culture aligned with Best Point's mission and strategic priorities.
• Develop leaders through regular supervision, coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Ensure supervisors are effectively managing their teams and maintaining strong program operations.
• Allocate staff and organizational resources effectively to balance workload and achieve departmental goals.
• Communicate organizational priorities, expectations, and changes clearly and consistently.
• Partner with executive leadership on organizational strategy and emerging opportunities.

Quality, Compliance & Performance

• Establish and monitor key performance measures for programs, processes, and staff.
• Use data to evaluate program effectiveness, operational efficiency, and service outcomes.
• Develop accountability systems that ensure programs consistently meet expectations of funders, partners, families, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure programs comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure adherence to accreditation, licensing, contractual, and quality standards.
• Develop assessment processes to evaluate program feasibility, sustainability, effectiveness, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead continuous quality improvement efforts and implement changes that strengthen service delivery and organizational performance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Early Childhood, Education, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of leadership experience in a nonprofit organization, preferably overseeing multiple programs, contracts, or service areas.
• Experience working with programs serving children, families, youth, or communities experiencing barriers to access is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with program planning, organizational leadership, budgeting, and administrative operations.
• Experience with grant development, fundraising, or identifying additional funding opportunities.
• Strong understanding of program quality, regulatory compliance, and performance management.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, find common ground, develop consensus, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong community awareness and ability to represent an organization professionally in external settings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard Microsoft Office applications.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting salary: $90,000 - $100,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience. 

At Best Point, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to taking care of our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Our benefit costs are approximately 38% lower than those of other organizations our size, helping you keep more of what you earn.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting as low as $27 per paycheck
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions of up to $1,200 annually for 2+ person plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Free preventive care and wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential emotional, financial, legal, and personal support
• Optional pet insurance

Financial Security

• Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance valued at 2.5x your annual salary, up to $300,000 — 100% paid by Best Point
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, along with educational loan forgiveness support and resources

Career Growth & Development

• Weekly licensure supervision
• Free continuing education opportunities and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• 10% tuition discount for online programs through the University of Cincinnati
• Leadership Academy and professional development programs at no cost
• Interest-free personal computer loan program
• Employee referral bonus program with payouts of up to $1,000

Tools & Resources to Support Your Work

• Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel
• Technology and resources to support effective clinical service delivery
• Access to professional development and training opportunities

Time Away to Recharge

• Generous paid time off package — up to 34 days off in your first year for eligible employees
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster placement
• A work environment that supports healthy work-life balance and personal well-being

Work Environment

This position operates across office, school, and community-based environments. The role may involve interaction with children and families experiencing behavioral or emotional challenges and may include exposure to individuals who are upset or verbally distressed.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

The position regularly requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, use stairs, drive, and occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Our Culture

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is Greater Cincinnati's most prolific nonprofit specializing in education, behavioral and therapeutic health services, and autism services for vulnerable children, youth, adults, and families.

We believe in leading with respect, collaboration, inclusion, and accountability. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute their expertise, and work together to create lasting results for the people and communities we serve.

Best Point Education & Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.

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