Empowering Leaders in Behavioral Health
Interim CEO Leadership | Behavioral Health Executive
Supporting staff so they can care better for their patients
Leading by example: calm, steady & approacable
Holding teams together during transitions
Mentoring and developing new leadership
Caring about people and their mental health
Who is Jean?
“I provide interim CEO leadership for behavioral health and substance use facilities, stabilizing operations while strengthening teams and culture.”
Jean Scallon is a bold, accomplished healthcare executive with over three decades of experience transforming behavioral health and addiction treatment facilities across the United States. Known for her unwavering integrity, Jean leads with empathy, strategic vision, and operational excellence, consistently driving meaningful change in the healthcare industry.
Jean’s Credentials
Professional Experience
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Interim CEO: Lifepoint Health and Signature Healthcare Services
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CEO in Training Director: Signature Healthcare Services
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Adjunct Professor: Indiana University Bloomington (Healthcare Management and Policy Program)
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Faculty Member: SPRC Zero Suicide Academy
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Healthcare Consultant, The Providencia Group
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Senior Healthcare Consultant, Jeri Davis International Healthcare Consultants and Recruiters (JDi)
Key Leadership Competentcies
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Strategic thinking and goal-focused growth
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Healthcare policy and operational excellence
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Empathetic leadership and coaching and mentoring emerging leaders
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Crisis management and fiscal stewardship
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Technology integration and data-driven decision-making
Transforming facilities, transforming lives
Key Differentiators
Jean’s approach is fundamentally different from traditional consultants. She doesn’t remain detached—she steps fully into the role and takes an active leadership position. Her philosophy centers on a simple but powerful belief: “The CEO is the least important person in the building”—meaning her role is to be constant and consistent to support the rest of the staff.
Accessibility
and Focus
Deep care for
team as whole individuals
Builds leaders and teams,
not just systems
Balances business stability with human connection
Takes care of people who take care of patients
"Take care of your people, who take care of your staff and you let go of worrying about profits, turnover and census"
Awards & Recognition
Eli Lilly Executive Journey Fellow
Women Excel Bloomington Collaboration Award
UHS Chairman’s Council Recognition
ACHE Service Award
Client Testimonials
I had the privilege of meeting Jean Scallon my senior year of college and have known her for 4 years as my professor, mentor, and friend. Jean’s ability to lead through empathy as well as her passion for mentorship and growth never ceases to amaze me. Thanks to Jean’s guidance, she helped me explore different career opportunities, connect me with incredible people and gave me the confidence to pursue my goals. I am truly grateful for Jean’s mentorship and would wholeheartedly recommend Jean to anyone seeking a thoughtful and empowering business partner and mentor.
Cameron Ross, Health & Benefits Associate, Dallas Health & Benefits
Client Testimonials
Jean Scallon is an extraordinary mentor and coach, recognized for her strategic guidance, emotional intelligence and impactful leadership. Her ability to provide actionable insights, foster accountability and inspire excellence is unparalleled. Jean’s thoughtful approach and unwavering support enable those around her to navigate complex challenges with clarity, and achieve meaningful results.
Darianne Burton, Chief Operations Officer, Aurora Behavioral Health
Client Testimonials
Jean’s mentorship has been a cornerstone of my development as a leader. Her wisdom and insight have helped me navigate the most nuanced and complicated aspects of managing within the highly dynamic and challenging sector of behavioral health. From building teams to tackling operational challenges, Jean has consistently been a source of guidance, inspiration, and unwavering support.I firmly believe that I would not be the leader I am today without Jean’s mentorship and belief in my potential. Her profound impact on my career and my life cannot be overstated. Jean has not only taught me the intricacies of healthcare leadership but has also modeled the kind of character and integrity that inspires those around her.
John Meier, Chief Executive Officer, Aurora Charter Oak Hospital
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