Care Community Leader

About Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc: Established in 2017 Indigenous Pact PBC, Inc., a certified B-Corporation, set out on a mission to create health equity for American Indians and Alaskan Natives. As part of a global movement of certified B-Corporations, we aim to balance purpose and profit by meeting the highest social, environmental, legal, and public standards to build a more sustainable and inclusive economy. Indigenous Pact’s dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable team brings decades of experience working in Indian Country. We help strengthen and improve the sustainability of Tribes and Tribal Organizations' health, wellness, and long-term care programs and services. Indigenous Pact specializes in developing customized and turn-key solutions to generate sustainable revenue, increase healthcare access, and improve health outcomes for all Native Americans.

Job Description:

Job Title: Care Community Leader Base Salary: $165,000 - $175,000, based on years of experience and skillset Location: Tumwater, WA Work model: Hybrid - On-site 3-4 times a week Travel Requirements: 25% within the United States Reports to: VP, Co-Executive Lead of MSO

About the Role At Indigenous Pact, we believe every patient's experience matters. Our dedicated team of addiction treatment specialists, medical providers, and support staff are the foundation for delivering high-quality, personalized, and culturally grounded care. We are seeking an experienced Care Community Leader to serve as the operational, clinical-support, and Tribal-partnership leader for Hope and Healing Clinic. This role works in close partnership with the Clinic Administrator and Medical Director to oversee clinic operations, support care delivery, strengthen Tribal partnerships, and drive sustainable growth throughout Thurston, Lewis, and Grays Harbor counties. This is a highly visible leadership position centered on relationship-building. The Care Community Leader serves as the primary connection between clinic staff, Tribal stakeholders, and Indigenous Pact's broader support network. Success in this role requires a consistent on-site presence, strong healthcare leadership experience, and a genuine commitment to serving Tribal communities through culturally responsive care. What You'll Do Leadership & Operations

Oversee the day-to-day care and business operations of Hope and Healing Clinic. Partner with the Clinic Administrator and Medical Director to achieve operational, financial, quality, and patient experience goals. Serve as the primary leadership sponsor and supervisor for the Clinic Administrator, including onboarding, development, succession planning, and operational support. Manage clinic budgets, performance metrics, reporting, analytics, and operational forecasting. Lead the planning, development, and optimization of new care programs, services, and facilities. Coordinate shared service resources including compliance, technology, billing, human resources, marketing, and facilities support.

Tribal Partnerships & Community Engagement

Build and maintain strong, in-person relationships with Tribal leadership, health directors, cultural liaisons, Elders, and community members. Attend Tribal meetings, community gatherings, and other events to strengthen partnerships and represent Indigenous Pact's commitment to Tribal communities. Serve as the trusted liaison between the clinic, Tribal stakeholders, and the broader Indigenous Pact organization. Support patient and community growth through outreach initiatives, marketing partnerships, referral development, and healthcare collaboration.

Clinical & Care Community Leadership

Champion patient-centered, culturally grounded care across all clinic operations. Support clinic leadership in delivering high-quality addiction treatment, recovery, and healthcare services. Foster healthcare best practices and create a culture of accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement. Act as a resource and connector for clinical teams, counseling staff, member services, facilities, and operational leadership.

Compliance & Quality

Maintain working knowledge of applicable healthcare regulations, including OTP/MOUD requirements, HIPAA, DEA regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, 42 CFR Part 8, CARF standards, and Washington State healthcare requirements. Partner with Indigenous Pact's Compliance and Privacy team to ensure regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and operational consistency across care communities.

Qualifications Required

Bachelor's degree in healthcare, healthcare administration, business administration, public health, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare operations and care delivery. 5+ years of experience in addiction treatment, behavioral health, multi-specialty healthcare, outpatient services, or related clinical settings. Demonstrated success overseeing healthcare operations, including patient services, revenue cycle functions, staffing, compliance, technology, and facility operations. Experience leading managers and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Strong background in strategic planning, stakeholder management, resource allocation, performance management, and quality improvement. Ability to build trusted relationships across diverse groups and navigate complex organizational partnerships.

Preferred

Experience working within Tribal healthcare systems, including Tribal health programs, Indian Health Service (IHS), or 638 facilities. Experience leading clinic operations, including compliance, billing processes, care team oversight, and operational performance. Background in community health outreach, health education, or community-based healthcare initiatives. Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, mental health services, or co-occurring disorder programs. Familiarity with FQHC or FQHC Look-Alike operation