Heather King
Chief Operating Officer @Santa Fe Recovery Center
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Operating Officer @Santa Fe Recovery Center
Santa Fe, NM, US
As Chief Operating Officer at Santa Fe Recovery Center, I oversee organizational operations that support the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health and substance use treatment services across New Mexico. In this role, I lead cross-functional teams responsible for clinical operations, program development, compliance, quality improvement, and performance management to ensure services are effective, accessible, and aligned with state and federal requirements.I work closely with executive leadership to translate strategic priorities into operational outcomes, strengthen systems of care, and expand community-based services that support recovery and long-term wellness. My focus includes improving operational efficiency, strengthening data-driven decision making, and building sustainable programs that meet the evolving needs of individuals and families impacted by substance use and behavioral health challenges.A key component of my work involves overseeing large-scale initiatives, including grant-funded programs and value-based service models, while ensuring high standards of accountability, fiscal stewardship, and service quality. I collaborate with internal leaders, government partners, and community stakeholders to advance integrated care approaches and improve access to treatment for vulnerable populations.Through a commitment to mission-driven leadership, I strive to cultivate high-performing teams, foster innovation, and strengthen systems that support recovery, resilience, and long-term community impact.
EDUCATION
Webster University
Master of Arts (MA), Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
University of Tampa
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Criminology
SKILLS
ABOUT HEATHER KING
Dynamic, empathetic, and results-driven leader with a relentless drive to make a meaningful impact. I don’t just do great work—I elevate teams, strengthen organizations, and fuel community growth.With a passion for leadership and continuous improvement, I thrive in high-pressure environments, guiding teams—large and small—through competing priorities to maximize efficiency and success. I’ve led teams of 300+ through high-stakes start-ups and complex implementations, combining emotional intelligence with decisive execution. My leadership is rooted in accountability, clarity, and sustainable results.Committed to developing future leaders and building innovative, high-impact programs, I navigate seamlessly from hands-on execution to influencing strategy at the community and state level.I don’t just embrace challenges—I transform them into opportunities. Optimism fuels me, passion drives me, and I make the impossible happen.
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