Director of Admissions

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Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage . Functional Title: Director of Admissions Job Title: Program Supervisor III Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Residential Care Admissions Posting Number: 22955 Closing Date: 12/03/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Community and Social Services Salary Range: $4,263.16 - $6,779.25 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20

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Days (First) Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 10% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: San Antonio State Hospital Job Location City: SAN ANTONIO Job Location Address: 6711 S NEW BRAUNFELS Other Locations: San Antonio MOS Codes: 0203,0207,0302,0370,0520,0602,0802,1802,1803,2340,5502,6302,6502,7202,7208,7210,7220,7502,8005,8858 9702,16GX,60C0,611X,612X,63G0,641X,712X,86M0,86P0,8U000,9G100,BOSN,ELC,ISS,MAT,MED,MLES,MSSD,MSSE,MS SR,OSS,WEPS Brief

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based.

If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below. The Program Supervisor III (Director of Admissions) performs complex (journey-level) administrative and supervisory program work administering and coordinating admissions to the state hospitals. Responsibilities include providing court and facility liaison on all commitment cases; monitoring the validity of court commitment cases and renewal orders; scheduling and coordinating all admissions; ensuring the scheduling and availability of psychiatrists to admit patients in a timely and clinically appropriate manner; coordinating medication hearings; participating in the hospital’s quality assessment performance improvement program; and serving on committees.

Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.

Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Essential Job Functions (EJFs): Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Plans and coordinates admissions to the state hospital.

Ensures timely and thorough admission processes of new patients. Maintains a daily check on the bed availability to facilitate more timely admissions. Assures the availability of psychiatrist to assess the patient on admission.

Supervises assigned staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, selecting and hiring potential employees, scheduling and assigning workload, establishing performance measures, evaluating work performance, providing feedback and guidance, recommending staff development and training, recommending personnel and disciplinary actions, scheduling and approving leave.

Confers with staff on admission processes and identified issues. Plans, coordinates, and implements new and revised hospital admission processes and procedures and monitors compliance. Evaluates and analyzes operations, prepares reports and makes recommendations.

Responds to requests for special project participation from executive leadership as requested. Develops and implements the admissions quality assessment and performance improvement activities that includes development of admission goals and objectives and performance measures for evaluating the admissions program. Attends and participates on various committees, subcommittees, and workgroups of the hospital quality assessment performance improvement program.

Provides training or technical assistance regarding the admissions program for internal and external stakeholders (e.g., patients, staff, and law enforcement, etc.). Coordinates medication hearings and commitment renewals with the counties of residence of the patients, or where appropriate works with the County Court to ensure courtesy hearings and commitments are carried out on behalf of persons served. Assures proper documentation is prepared.

Assures transfers and discharges are coordinated with receiving facilities or aftercare resources (e.g., jails, other state hospitals, Local Mental Health Authorities, and Local Behavioral Health Authorities) as requested. Assures the coordination of the Dangerousness Review Board (DRB) processes, as requested. Coordinates and communicates with various courts, legal/law enforcement personnel, and other related individuals providing required legal documents.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines governing admissions to state hospitals Knowledge of admissions/referral processes to other state hospitals Knowledge of legal processes governing commitment and medication hearings for state hospital patients Skills in delegation and supervision of tasks and monitoring the completion of those tasks.

Skills in office management practices Skills in identifying measures or performance indicators. Skills in the operation of computer systems and applicable software Ability to establish goals and objectives. Ability to use computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Avatar Ability to develop, evaluate, and interpret administrative policies and procedures.

Ability to supervise and train staff and devise solutions to problems. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or

Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

Initial Screening Criteria: Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience required. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in medical facility admissions. Additional Information: Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).

Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals.

In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC . Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans : Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting.

All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility: Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify.

You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form Telework Disclaimer: This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.