Director - Outpatient Services

Who We Are

The Vines Hospital (affiliated with Universal Health Services), located in Ocala, FL is a premier behavioral health facility offering individualized mental health and addiction treatment to adults and adolescents in a secure and private setting. Our services include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. We offer acute psychiatric, detox, and PTSD treatment. We are located in picturesque Marion County, FL. The county is known as the Horse Capital of the World. Enjoy the outdoors at one of the county’s serene parks, which includes wonderful hiking trails, river rafting, and tubing. Watch the county’s wildlife and view the scenery by taking a horseback ride through one of the area’s riding trails. Considered the heart of Florida, the beautiful region is centrally located within hours of many activities. Just a drive away from some of the state’s amusement parks or beautiful Florida beaches. The county is less than two hours away from some of the state’s large metropolitan areas. From young professionals to a growing family, the area has plenty of activities for every individual.

Visit our website for more information on our hospital and services: www.TheVinesHospital.com

Director of Outpatient Services - Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Outpatient Services to lead our outpatient behavioral health clinical programs. This leadership role requires a highly organized professional with expertise in program development, management, and relationship building within behavioral health and social work settings. The Director of Outpatient Services is responsible for ensuring the delivery of all outpatient clinical services that meet the facility’s performance goals and objectives. This individual will also provide strategic planning capabilities that will drive business growth. Responsibilities will also include the overall administrative processes of budgetary control and management systems for all services offered. This position contributes to the facility’s educational and quality improvement efforts while providing guidance and direct supervision to employees in the outpatient facility. This role will also comprise of interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems, operations of all facets of the Outpatient Programs.

Duties

• Develop, implement, and oversee outpatient programs that meet community needs and adhere to regulatory standards.
• Drive business growth and strategies that enable the facility to expand its operations, customer base, and product offerings to achieve sustainable success.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective service delivery and staff development.
• Manage program budgets, resource allocation, and administrative functions to optimize operational efficiency.
• Foster strong relationships with community partners, referral sources, and stakeholders to enhance service access and collaboration.
• Monitor program performance through data analysis and quality improvement initiatives to ensure continuous enhancement of patient care.
• Ensure compliance with behavioral health regulations, licensing requirements, and organizational policies.
• Coordinate with clinical teams to integrate social work practices into outpatient services for comprehensive patient support.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education Psychology/Counseling.
• At least five (5) years proven management experience in behavioral healthcare settings.
• Current license from the State of Florida, such as LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC.
• Demonstrated experience in driving business growth.
• Strong background in program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs.
• Excellent relationship management skills with community partners, staff, and clients.
• Extensive administrative experience including budgeting, staffing, and compliance oversight.
• Knowledge of social work principles, behavioral health practices, and program management methodologies.

About Universal Health Services 

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues  during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.  

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. 

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