Saban Community Clinic (SCC) seeks a mission‑driven, community‑focused, and forward‑thinking leader to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is an extraordinary opportunity to guide one of Los Angeles’s most established and respected Federally Qualified Health Centers—an organization that has delivered high‑quality, affordable medical, dental, and behavioral health services for more than 55 years.
SCC provides more than 155,000 patient visits annually and remains steadfast in its commitment to serving all individuals, regardless of ability to pay. Over decades, SCC has built a comprehensive, whole‑person care model that includes primary care, dental, behavioral health, HIV/AIDS services, youth programs, integrative medicine, pain management, pharmacy services with home delivery, and even essential supports such as showers for individuals experiencing homelessness. Its multidisciplinary team delivers care with empathy, cultural humility, and clinical excellence.
The organization is entering a pivotal period of growth. In late 2025, SCC expanded beyond its five North Central Los Angeles sites through a merger with Westmont Counseling Center. Two additional clinics are planned to open in the coming year, including a state‑of‑the‑art facility in the Crenshaw Corridor—one of the region’s most underserved neighborhoods—which will provide more than 24,000 patient visits annually. As SCC concludes its current four‑year strategic plan, the next CEO will play a defining role in shaping the organization’s future direction and ensuring its continued impact.
The CEO will serve as SCC’s strategic, operational, and cultural leader, representing the organization internally and externally. This executive will translate Board priorities into actionable initiatives, oversee all clinics and programs, and maintain strong engagement with frontline teams. The CEO will ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements while advancing SCC’s mission of health equity and social justice. Success will require close collaboration with senior leaders to strengthen organizational culture, elevate performance, expand services, and improve outcomes for the communities SCC serves.
The ideal candidate will bring emotional intelligence, exceptional interpersonal skills, critical and strategic thinking skills, resilience, and deep knowledge of healthcare delivery, policy, and finance—particularly within California’s FQHC landscape. They will be a high-integrity, adaptable, inspiring leader capable of building relationships, communicating effectively, leading change, driving operational excellence, and guiding SCC through a period of significant growth and transformation. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and bring deep leadership experience in an FQHC or similar community health setting. They will demonstrate success in nonprofit management, fundraising and grant stewardship, Board collaboration, operational improvement, and partnership development. A strong understanding of safety‑net healthcare trends, clinical quality, and patient experience is essential.
This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a deeply respected community institution, expand access to care across Los Angeles, and shape the future of a growing, mission‑driven health system dedicated to serving those who need it most.
For confidential nominations or expressions of interest, please contact the WittKieffer search team at [email protected].
We firmly believe that everyone should have equal opportunities to thrive and contribute, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or background. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of all races and ethnicities, and we pledge to treat all applicants and employees with fairness, respect, and dignity. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, and abilities, ensuring that every individual is given a fair chance to showcase their skills and talents.
The base salary will be in the $430,000–$460,000 range based on experience and qualifications. Additionally, Saban Community Clinic offers an annual incentive program and competitive benefits program including car allowance.