Environment of Care Director

Position Summary

The Environment of Care (EOC) Director plays a critical leadership role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and well-maintained healthcare environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This position oversees all aspects of facility safety, life safety, and physical plant operations, with a strong emphasis on maintenance, environmental services, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for facility maintenance, environmental services, and life safety operations
• Ensure the physical plant, grounds, and building systems are properly maintained and operational
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs, work orders, inspections, and repairs
• Maintain compliance with Environment of Care, Life Safety, and safety regulations
• Support readiness for surveys, audits, and inspections
• Lead safety initiatives that promote a secure environment for patients, employees, and visitors
• Collaborate with leadership to identify risks, improve processes, and enhance operational efficiency
• Contribute to Safety, EOC, and Hazardous Materials committees
• Supervise and mentor departmental leaders and staff
• Ensure proper handling of hazardous materials, waste management, and emergency preparedness

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent experience in the building trades, facilities management, or maintenance
• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in a hospital, behavioral health facility, or nursing home
• Knowledge: Strong emphasis on life safety and Environment of Care in healthcare settings
• Skills: Demonstrated experience in maintenance leadership or facilities operations, strong working knowledge of healthcare safety standards and life safety principles

Core Competencies

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Organizational and time-management abilities
• Interpersonal and leadership skills
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Reading and interpreting technical manuals, safety documentation, and instructions
• Proficiency with PC computers and basic software systems
• Basic understanding of medical and psychiatric environments (training provided as needed)

Section Not Applicable

Preferred Certificates, Licenses & Registrations (Not Required): Valid Photo ID, Social Security Card and/or Driver’s License, Primary Source Verification of education, CPR certification, Behavioral Management Training, Copy of applicable clinical license (if required for role)

Why Join Us

Make a direct impact on patient and staff safety, lead critical maintenance and facilities operations in a healthcare setting, and work in a mission-driven environment focused on quality care and compliance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Freedom Behavioral provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, and training.