{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Chief Executive Officer","description":"Paxton Ministries, Harrisburg, PA, is a faith-based nonprofit providing affordable housing, supportive services, and employment opportunities for adults in need, with a primary focus on serving individuals living with persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and other challenges that impact independent living. Founded in 1981, the organization helps residents achieve greater stability, independence, and quality of life through a continuum of housing and support services. Guided by its mission, Paxton Ministries serves these individuals with compassion and Christ-centered care while fostering dignity, hope, and a sense of community.
\nPaxton Ministries is seeking a mission-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to provide overall leadership, direction, and management of the organization while advancing its mission to provide affordable housing and support services to adults in need. The Chief Executive Officer will work closely with the Board and leadership team to set organizational vision, implement strategic priorities, and ensure programs and services remain mission-aligned, high-quality, and financially sustainable. This leader will develop and support a strong leadership team while cultivating meaningful relationships with donors, churches, community organizations, and other partners who help further the impact of Paxton Ministries. This CEO role will lead a respected, multi-faceted organization into its next chapter by strengthening organizational health, guiding thoughtful growth, and ensuring its faith-based mission remains at the heart of its work.
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\nChief Executive Officer (CEO) position qualifications:\n

Bachelor's degree, required; advanced degree, preferred
Minimum 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles
Strong financial and business acumen, including budgeting and organizational oversight
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with key partners and community members
Experience in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, donor relations, strategic planning, and Board engagement, strongly preferred
Experience serving individuals with mental illness, behavioral health needs, or other vulnerable populations, preferred

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