HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR

HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Lake Charles, LLC Lake Charles, LA 70601 $95,000 a year - Full-time $95,000 a year - Full-time Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles is a rapidly growing psychiatric hospital committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to both adult and geriatric patients. We take pride in building a strong, team-oriented culture where exceptional patient care and employee support go hand in hand. Since opening our first facility in Magnolia, Mississippi in 2015, we have expanded to 12 locations across Louisiana, Texas, and Mississippi. As we continue on this exciting path of growth, we are expanding our Lake Charles team in preparation for increasing our capacity to 42 beds—giving us the opportunity to serve even more individuals in our community who need specialized behavioral health care. At Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles, our employees are the driving force behind everything we do. Their dedication and passion make a real difference every day, and we are committed to creating a workplace where every team member feels appreciated, supported, and empowered. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, ongoing training, and promote a positive work-life balance. Join a team where your work matters, your voice is heard, and your impact is felt every single day.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Hospital Administrator at Freedom Behavioral Lake Charles serves as a dynamic leader responsible for overseeing the overall operations, performance, and strategic direction of the facility. This role ensures the hospital runs smoothly and efficiently while upholding the highest standards of patient care, safety, and regulatory compliance. In this position, the Administrator leads daily operations by managing staff, overseeing budgets, and guiding operational processes. They play a key role in developing and implementing policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations and accreditation standards. Working closely with clinical leadership, the Administrator supports quality patient care, drives improved outcomes, and helps implement programs tailored to the needs of the population served. The Hospital Administrator also focuses heavily on strategic growth, employee engagement, and community relationships—helping to strengthen the facility's presence while maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment for both patients and staff. This role requires a strong, confident leader with excellent decision-making, communication, and organizational skills—someone who is passionate about making an impact and driving continued success within the organization.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education:

Bachelor's Degree, preferably administration/business related

License:

None Required Experience:

Minimum of 2-3 years in a Leadership Position in a Hospital/Nursing Facility serving Senior Adults with Psychiatric Issues

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. •