FACILITIES OPERATIONS MANAGER

NOTE: this position is currently filled. However, it is the policy of Freedom Behavioral to continue to 
take applications so that we can ensure there is no disruption in patient care if a vacancy occurs.

Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is a rapidly expanding psychiatric hospital committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to both adult and geriatric patients. We are proud to foster a positive, team-oriented environment where exceptional patient care and strong employee support remain at the center of everything we do. Since opening our first facility in Magnolia, Mississippi in 2015, Freedom Behavioral has continued to grow and now operates 12 facilities across Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi.

As we continue to grow, we are excited to expand our Lake Charles team in preparation for increasing our capacity to 46 beds, allowing us to provide care and support to even more individuals within our community.

At Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment make a meaningful impact every day, and we are devoted to creating a workplace where team members feel appreciated, respected, and empowered to succeed. We proudly offer competitive compensation, opportunities for career advancement, ongoing education and training, and a strong commitment to promoting a healthy work-life balance.

If you are searching for more than just a career—if you are looking for purpose, professional growth, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of others—Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is the place for you.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Plant Operations Manager at Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles plays a vital leadership role in ensuring the facility remains safe, efficient, and fully operational to support both patient care and daily hospital operations. This position is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and overall functionality of the facility while promoting a clean, secure, and well-maintained environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

In this hands-on role, the Plant Operations Manager supervises maintenance personnel and assists with the repair and upkeep of the facility, including plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and general maintenance needs. The position also focuses heavily on preventative maintenance strategies to minimize operational disruptions, improve efficiency, and maintain long-term facility performance.

Safety and compliance are key responsibilities of this role. The Plant Operations Manager routinely identifies and addresses potential hazards, ensures compliance with safety regulations and healthcare standards, and supports emergency preparedness efforts to help maintain a safe environment throughout the facility.

Additional responsibilities may include carpentry, painting, groundskeeping, equipment maintenance, and coordinating vendor or contractor services as needed. Strong technical knowledge, organizational skills, attention to detail, communication abilities, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

The ideal candidate is dependable, proactive, and committed to maintaining a high-quality healthcare environment that supports the mission and daily operations of Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education: Minimum High School Diploma
License: None
Experience: Minimum 2 years experience in general maintenance experience in a hospital or business setting with
duties that include general maintenance tasks involving the upkeep of the facility.

BENEFITS 

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Excellent staff to patient ratio

Competitive Compensation

 Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match

Freedom provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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 laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

****All applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a post-offer drug test and federal background investigation. ****