Director of Outpatient Services

About the role

Acadia Healthcare’s purpose is to Lead Care With Light and our mission is to be a world-class organization that sets the standard for excellence in the treatment of mental health and addiction concerns. We strive to maintain our standing as a thought leader in the behavioral healthcare industry, providing treatment that is synonymous with compassion and innovation.

The Director of Outpatient Services is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations and long-term success of the facility’s partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP). This role is accountable for achieving key performance targets — including volume growth, financial performance, patient experience, and clinical quality — by driving clinical excellence, operational rigor, referral growth, and standardized care delivery across the behavioral health care continuum. The Director will serve as a clinical leader, performance coach, and community advocate, ensuring a seamless transition for patients stepping down from inpatient care and patients stepping up from community-based care.

Located in the historic Little Hills area along the Missouri River, CenterPointe Hospital serves adults and seniors who are struggling with behavioral health concerns. With 150 beds and a full continuum of care, we help our patients make sustained progress toward better health throughout their time at our serene, 20-acre main campus in St. Charles, Missouri.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and recognized holidays
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental wellness resources
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within Acadia’s nationwide network

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

Requirements

• 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

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctorate-level licensed clinician — e.g., LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, PhD (Clinical, Counseling or Educational Psychology), or PsyD

Supervisory responsibilities

Supervises a team of employees.