Acadia Healthcare - Franklin, TN
posted 5 months ago
The Assistant Director, Facility Operations plays a crucial role in supporting the environment of care, life safety, physical plant, and cleanliness operations across Acadia Healthcare's psychiatric and inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities. This position is entirely remote but requires significant travel, approximately 90% throughout the United States. The Assistant Director will oversee facility operations during vacancies in direct, facility-based Director of Plant Operations (DPO) roles, providing both higher-level assessment and hands-on support as needed. This role may involve managing multiple facilities simultaneously, ensuring that each location meets the necessary standards for safety, cleanliness, and functionality to provide excellent patient care. In addition to operational oversight, the Assistant Director will support the development, construction, and transition to operations of new facilities. This includes participating in design reviews, conducting construction progress walks, and performing inspections prior to state healthcare agency and Joint Commission surveys. The role also involves assisting in the selection process for new facility DPOs and providing onboarding training and support for these new hires. Compliance with Environment of Care (EOC) rules and standards, as well as state and federal laws, is a critical aspect of this position, requiring the Assistant Director to develop and implement training programs and policies to ensure adherence. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for developing a computer-based maintenance and management system (CMMS) for work orders, inspections, and routine maintenance. This includes creating and updating standard-set EOC/EOP policies and procedures, as well as training materials for facility staff. The role requires expert guidance on facility-specific EOC/EOP policy development and ongoing regulatory compliance, including representing Acadia before accrediting, licensing, and regulatory agencies. The Assistant Director must maintain proficiency in EOC/EOP standards and work collaboratively with corporate and facility leaders to foster continuous performance improvement in these areas.