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David Lawrence Center Reviews

3.9

79% would recommend to a friend

(78 total reviews)

SCOTT BURGESS

91% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

David Lawrence Center has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 78 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The David Lawrence Center employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Healthcare industry (3.4 stars).

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78 reviews
5.0
28 Jan 2026
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Pros

Working at David Lawrence Center has been one of the most meaningful and rewarding experiences of my career. DLC is an organization that not only talks about growth and innovation it actively invests in it. With the launch of Vision 2030, the momentum here is stronger than ever. The vision creates a clear pathway for expanding services, strengthening our workforce, and transforming the future of behavioral healthcare in Southwest Florida. You can genuinely feel and physically see the forward movement every day. Scott Burgess’ leadership is truly exceptional. His style of servant leadership sets the tone for the entire organization. Scott leads with compassion, humility, and has a genuine passion for improving behavioral health outcomes in our community. He consistently models integrity, transparency, and a deep care for both employees and the clients we serve. His vision has inspired a culture of accountability, unity, and purpose that makes DLC a standout employer. The Executive Leadership Team is equally strong and aligned, Committed, and fully engaged in driving DLC’s mission forward. They hold themselves and the organization to high standards while ensuring that employees have the support, resources, and encouragement needed to succeed. Their culture‑driven initiatives aren’t just talking points; they’re lived out in real, tangible ways that reinforce who we are and what we stand for. At DLC our mission: To provide life‑saving and life‑changing behavioral health care through education, treatment, and support comes alive in everything we do. The organization’s values of Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Excellence are not just posters on the wall. They guide decisions, shape our interactions, and serve as the heartbeat of our work. Employees here truly strive to go beyond the mission, taking pride in delivering high‑quality care and improving the lives of individuals and families throughout SWFL. Growth opportunities are abundant. Whether it’s career development, leadership pathways, training, or cross‑department learning or internships and clinicals, DLC invests heavily in professional advancement. You are encouraged to learn, develop, and stretch your potential. It’s a place where your contributions matter and where your growth is recognized and supported. In short, DLC is a mission‑driven, values‑centered organization with visionary leadership and a bright future ahead. If you’re looking to be part of a passionate, innovative, and forward‑thinking team that is transforming the landscape of behavioral health care, David Lawrence Center is an outstanding place to grow your career and make an impact. Come join our TEAM!

Cons

None to mention. DLC is a great place to grow your career.

4.0
28 Jan 2026

Incredible Mission

Recommend
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Pros

- A workforce that comes together to support a shared purpose - The 401k is really surprising/high-level

Cons

- Sometimes a challenging industry to work in due to empathy, changes, etc.

3.0
24 July 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Friendly and supportive coworkers and supervisers/leeadership, good overtime rates for non-exempt

Cons

Unhealthy work-life balance, frequent understaffing, low base salaries for workload expected

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