The Community Care Network of Kansas (CCNK) – a statewide association serving a dedicated network of non-profit federally qualified health centers and non-profit clinics – is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Chief Executive Officer. CCNK is a leader in healthcare training, technical assistance and public policy advocacy at the local, state and federal levels. It represents and supports its 30+ members now serving one in nine Kansans through high quality medical, dental and behavioral health provided regardless of ability to pay.
Working alongside (and reporting to) a Board of Directors, the CEO sets the organization’s strategic direction, builds collaborative partnerships, secures diverse funding sources and advocates for policies that strengthen its members and mission.
The successful candidate must be a decisive leader capable of driving organizational growth and innovation, demonstrate an ability to inspire and support its Board and diverse membership and navigate a complex political environment successfully. The ability to effectively articulate the mission, vision and effectiveness of association members is required along with the ability to secure and maximize funding through public and private programs.
Preferred candidate will have a Master’s degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or other relevant field and knowledge of the expectations for federally qualified health centers. A minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience with demonstrated success identifying opportunities, advocating for positive change and accomplishing challenging goals is required. Excellent benefits and competitive salary commensurate with relevant experience.
Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and CV by March 15, 2025 to kansassearch@kansaspca.org.
Community Care Network of Kansas exists to achieve equitable access to high-quality health care for all Kansans. Community Care is a federally designated primary care association. The network of 21 community health centers serves more than 317,000 Kansans annually. Additional members include community based clinics, dental clinics and rural health clinics. Community Care Network of Kansas is leading the state to rethink what healthcare means. Community Care Clinics are champions of whole-person, comprehensive care. We are advocates, educators, providers, patients, and innovators, aligned in the belief that we must not separate the minds, bodies, and smiles of our communities. Our members exist to serve their patients with community-based, whole-person, comprehensive care. Communities take comfort in knowing that personal healthcare doesn’t have to be pushed to the limits before seeking services – care can and should be proactive, preventive and inclusive. Member clinics are community providers of direct medical, dental and behavioral health care across Kansas. Member clinics are funded by patient revenue, fundraising activities, contributions and grants. Member clinics share a beli...ef that healthy Kansans contribute to healthy communities, increased economic growth and improved quality of life. In many areas of the state, the local Community Care clinic is the largest employer in the area
