Executive Director Job at The Los Angeles Trust for Children's Health, Los Angeles, CA

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  • The Los Angeles Trust for Children's Health
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

The Organization

Established in 1991 through a Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board of Education resolution, The L.A. Trust was created to improve the health of LAUSD children and families. Since 2009, The L.A. Trust has partnered with LAUSD to develop 20 Wellness Centers at the highest-need schools, forming the Wellness Network. These centers expand the traditional school-based health center model by providing mental and oral health services; linking individuals to community resources; and serving students, families, and the broader community.

As LAUSD’s backbone health entity, we unite school districts, community clinics, mental health providers, advocacy groups, and community partners to remove barriers to care and ensure effective health services and programs for students and families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advocacy & Thought Leadership: Serve as the organization’s lead spokesperson and advocate [for the organization;] elevating The L.A. Trust’s voice on issues including school-based wellness, equity, and child health policy.

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a clear, forward-thinking vision for the organization in collaboration with staff, Board, and stakeholders.

  • Partnership Development: Strengthen relationships with LAUSD, LACOE, other school districts, LA County, funders, community partners, and public health entities.

  • Organizational Management: [Oversee] Manage staff, operations, and finances to ensure sound execution of complex initiatives and sustainable growth.

  • Fundraising [Fund-Raising] and Revenue Diversification: Advocate for funding and policies that fulfill The L.A. Trust’s strategic goals; lead efforts to diversify funding through individual giving, earned income, and philanthropic partnerships.

  • Program Innovation & Scaling: Expand the Data xChange tool, peer-to-peer programs, and workforce development initiatives aligned with youth career pathways.

  • Community Engagement: Serve as a visible, relational leader who authentically connects with students, school partners, and the broader community

Qualifications:

  • Proven executive or senior-level leadership experience in a nonprofit, public health, education, or healthcare setting.
  • Strong understanding of health equity, youth wellness, and the social determinants of health.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse sectors including education, government, philanthropy, and community-based organizations.
  • Experience with nonprofit financial management, fundraising, and board governance.
  • Skilled in strategic planning, organizational development, and team leadership.
  • Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with experience serving as an organizational spokesperson.

Minimum Requirements

Education:

A Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Public Administration, Social Services or a related clinical field is required.

Experience/Training:

A minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in non-profit management is required with a demonstrated ability to develop and manage collaborative teams to achieve operational and financial goals.

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