Stephen S. Possell
Leesburg
Summary
Directed organizational strategy and operations within healthcare and nonprofit sectors, leveraging over 15 years of leadership experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Hickory Recovery Networks
08.2025 - Current
- Directs a 24/7 residential substance use disorder program for 80 patients.
- Oversees multidisciplinary teams across clinical, medical, and operational departments.
- Drives census growth through strategic marketing and community referral partnerships.
- Ensures strict adherence to state licensure, insurance compliance, and quality audits.
Chief Behavioral Health Officer
Neighborhood Health
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive behavioral health system.
- Served on the Executive Leadership team, identifying new funding streams and growth opportunities.
- Managed departmental efficiency by optimizing staffing, technology, and resource utilization.
- Provided clinical oversight for mid-level practitioners, including diagnostic and treatment plan reviews.
Masters Level Behavior Consultant
Stephen Possell Behavior Consulting
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Applied ABA principles to support individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities.
- Developed specialized curriculum for anger management and bullying prevention.
Executive Director
Combined Community Services
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Secured $1.4M for a new facility through diverse funding streams, including grants and local support.
- Managed all daily operations, fiscal monitoring, and personnel policies.
- Led external communications, including press releases and annual reports.
Director
The Otis Bowen Center
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Launched new county offices, managing everything from market research to full-cycle recruitment.
- Provided clinical guidance and developed ongoing training programs for therapeutic staff.
Education
M.A. in Counseling - undefined
Grace College
Winona Lake, INB.A. in Education - undefined
Ursinus College
CollegevilleTeaching License - 7-12
State of Indiana
Skills
- Oversaw comprehensive facility management operations to ensure continuous service availability Led budget formulation initiatives to enhance resource allocation efficiency Managed resource distribution to align with operational objectives
- Led initiatives to integrate trauma-informed care into clinical practices, improving patient outcomes Oversaw quality audits to ensure compliance with evidence-based programming standards Championed medication-assisted treatment programs to enhance service delivery
- Oversaw compliance with state and federal licensure regulations Managed accreditation initiatives to align with OSHA standards Directed adherence to insurance standards to mitigate risks
- Led grant writing efforts to secure funding for various projects Oversaw capital campaigns generating over $14 million in contributions Delivered impactful public speaking presentations to engage stakeholders
CUST
- It is clear you have an impressive track record in healthcare leadership and nonprofit management. To make your resume less "wordy" while maintaining its impact, I have streamlined the descriptions to focus on high-level achievements and core leadership functions.
- I've reorganized the layout to highlight your Executive Leadership and Strategic Growth capabilities, which are evident from your roles at Hickory Recovery and Neighborhood Health.
- Stephen S. Possell
- Leesburg, IN | (574) 549-7625 | spossell@gmail.com
Timeline
Executive Director
Hickory Recovery Networks
08.2025 - Current
Chief Behavioral Health Officer
Neighborhood Health
01.2022 - 01.2025
Masters Level Behavior Consultant
Stephen Possell Behavior Consulting
01.2019 - 01.2022
Executive Director
Combined Community Services
01.2010 - 01.2019
Director
The Otis Bowen Center
01.2001 - 01.2010
M.A. in Counseling - undefined
Grace College
B.A. in Education - undefined
Ursinus College
Teaching License - 7-12
State of Indiana