Director - Clinical Svcs (LMSW/ LCSW)

Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta has been providing psychiatric services to the CSRA for more than 20 years.  Located in Augusta, GA our 84-bed facility provides a therapeutic setting for those seeking treatment for mental illness.  Lighthouse Care Center offers unique and individualized programming for adolescents and adults that sets us apart from many other treatment facilities, and our tenured leadership team includes seasoned medical staff. 

Website: https://www.LighthouseCareCenters.com

The Director of Clinical Services (DCS) is a key member of the Lighthouse Leadership Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient centric therapeutic strategy with a keen focus on patient care; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective treatment is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Universal Health Services and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements.  The DCS participates in the hospital's strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of instituational goals and objectives through the clinical product.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES: Clinical Services Department to include Recreational Therapy

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for developing, implementing, managing, and directing the programs and activities of patient care in accordance with established standards for mental health and facility policy, goals and objectives.
• Responsible for inclusive of fiscal and staff management and program services for the acute, child and adolescent services and residential treatment inclusive of school.
• Represents the hospital, admissions and adolescent services to the community and referring organizations and physicians.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Leave Bank
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Referral Bonus Structure
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your education
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

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.

• Master’s degree in Social Work and Licensure (LMSW/ LCSW) required.
• 3-5 years management experience including within a healthcare setting.
• Understanding of CMS, DSS, DHEC, DBHDD and JCAHO requirements.
• Previous experience developing psychiatric programs and treatment plans.

EEO Statement 

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