Acadia Healthcare

Director of Outpatient Services

Job Locations US-GA-Norcross
Job ID
2026-101914
Category
Operations
Department Number
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Location : Name
Lakeview Behavioral Health

Overview

We are hiring a Director Of Outpatient Services to build and manage our PHP/IOP program!

Location

Onsite in Norcross, Georgia

 

Why You’ll Love This Role
We know top talent deserves top rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:
• Relocation Assistance- We’ll support your move with a generous relocation package.
• Professional Growth & Career Pathing - your development is our priority.
• Executive Mentorship – Paired with a corporate clinical support from day one
• Competitive Salary & Bonuses
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous PTO - Includes vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and mental health days.
Industry-Leading Training & Support - You’ll be paired with a corporate clinical mentor from day one

About Us
Located in Norcross, Georgia, just north of Atlanta, Lakeview Behavioral Health Hospital is a 118-bed behavioral health facility that provides specialized care for adolescents, adults, and seniors struggling with mental health disorders and substance use challenges. Lakeview offers a full continuum of services, including medical detoxification, inpatient psychiatric treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), medication management, and individual, group, and family therapy for conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, trauma/PTSD, and substance use disorders.

Why Join Us
Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making a real impact in behavioral health. At Lakeview, you’ll work alongside experienced clinicians in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued and your work helps patients build healthier futures.

Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

  • Oversee day-to-day operations and clinical program for PHP and IOP services, including occasional facilitation of groups
  • Achieve key business objectives including ADC, visits, revenue, EBITDA, patient retention, patient satisfaction, and clinical quality outcomes
  • Monitor KPIs regularly and adjust operations to meet goals, address barriers, and ensure continuous improvement.
  • Serve as a visible leader with internal stakeholders to drive step-down admissions from inpatient units and build advocacy for outpatient care/behavioral health care continuum
  • Actively support business development and outreach activities to enhance brand awareness and drive direct admissions.
  • Coordinate weekly group assignments and session topics to balance clinician workloads and tailor care to patient cohort needs. Utilize feedback, patient outcome data, and satisfaction surveys to enhance care delivery and program relevance and to ensure services remain accessible and responsive to the needs of the target population.
  • Collaborate with divisional and corporate leadership on identifying and implementing strategic growth initiatives, including expansion planning and program development.

Team Development & Supervision

  •  Hire, onboard, and retain a high-performing team
  •  Provide supervision, training, and mentorship for clinical and support staff, including therapists, counselors, BHAs, and students.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure compliance with all relevant licensure, accreditation, regulatory, and contractual obligations (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, state laws).
  • Develop and assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient records and services delivered.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Required to be a Master’s or Doctorate-level Licensed Clinician – e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PsyD, PhD.
  • Minimum of 4 years in behavioral healthcare, including 2+ years of operations and managerial experience.
  • Experience with PHP and IOP levels of care strongly preferred. Preference for experience working with acute psychiatric hospital and/or residential SUD treatment providers.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

· Master’s or Doctorate-level Licensed Clinician – e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PhD (Clinical, Counseling or Educational Psychology), or PsyD

 

SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: Supervises a team of employees

                                                                                                                                                            

                                                                                                                                                                                           

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

 

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