Forensic Division Environment of Care (EOC) Director
Company: Freedom Behavioral
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Leading Environment of Care, Operational Safety, and Regulatory
Readiness for Forensic Hospitals Position Summary: The Division of
Environment of Care (EOC) – Forensic Hospitals is responsible for
the strategic leadership, oversight, and operational management of
the Environment of Care and Life Safety programs for designated
forensic hospitals. This role supports multiple facilities,
including Bunkie, Ferriday, and Bastrop, ensuring compliance with
regulatory standards and maintaining a safe, secure, and
therapeutic environment for patients, visitors, and employees. The
Division EOC provides executive oversight of hospital operations
related to the physical environment, including maintenance,
environmental services/housekeeping, dietary, transportation, and
facility safety operations across assigned campuses. The position
ensures that all facilities operate in accordance with healthcare
regulatory standards, life safety codes, and best practices in
psychiatric and forensic hospital environments. This leader works
collaboratively with hospital leadership and multidisciplinary
teams to ensure the integrity of the physical plant, operational
systems, and safety programs that support patient care and staff
operations. The Division EOC serves as a key member of the Hospital
Safety/Environment of Care Committee and Hazardous Materials and
Waste Subcommittee, providing leadership in safety planning,
regulatory readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives. The
Vice President of EOC is responsible for the maintenance, repair,
and operational integrity of buildings, grounds, and facility
systems, ensuring excellence in safety, environmental stewardship,
and operational efficiency across all supported locations. WORKING
CONDITIONS: Work environment characteristics are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential
job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the
employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne
particles. The noise level in the work environment may be moderate
to high. The work environment may include chemicals used for
cleaning, and may have dust, mist, and steam generated in
housekeeping tasks. This is a smoke-free workplace. Work requires
spending approximately 75% or more of the time inside a building
that offers protection from weather conditions but not necessarily
from temperature changes. The employee must provide documentation
of a tuberculosis test during new-hire orientation and annually
thereafter. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to stand on feet
for moderate periods of time, standing could be as high as 60-80%
per working shift per day. Must be able to sit for extended periods
of time, at least 4 hours. A certain amount of walking and standing
are often necessary to carry out job duties. Lifting/carrying may
exceed 10 pounds. Additional work environment characteristics may
include: performing repetitive tasks/motions, hearing alarms,
telephone, and a normal speaking voice. Stress is identified as a
job hazard resulting from a hectic environment with frequent
interruptions. The environment alone presents a certain amount of
risk in servicing psychiatric patients in acute and crisis needs.
Exposure Category: Category II (tasks involve potential for
exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.) PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education: Bachelor’s degree or
experience in the building trades with an emphasis on life safety
and the environment of care of healthcare settings. License: None.
Experience: 3-5 years in a hospital or nursing home setting.
Additional Requirement Effective verbal communication skills
Effective organizational skills Effective interpersonal skills
Analytical problem-solving skills Ability to read and comprehend
written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions
Proficient knowledge of PC computers Basic understanding of DSM V
diagnostic criteria Basic understanding of medical and psychiatric
diagnoses and conditions CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR
REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: Photo ID Social Security Card/Driver’s
License Primary Source Verification of education Copy of clinical
license CPR Behavioral Management Training This position will
require travel between multiple hospitals in Bunkie, Ferriday, and
Bastrop.
Keywords: Freedom Behavioral, Port Arthur , Forensic Division Environment of Care (EOC) Director, Healthcare , Lake Charles, Texas
