Inpatient Competency Restoration Admissions Specialist FT

StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a full-time Inpatient Competency Restoration Admissions Specialist to join its outstanding Hospital team. The Inpatient Competency Restoration (ICR) Admissions Specialist plays a critical administrative and coordination role in supporting the admission, transfer, and discharge processes for individuals participating in inpatient competency restoration services. This position serves as a primary liaison between the program, Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), referring counties, detention facilities, transportation providers, courts, and other stakeholders to facilitate timely admissions and continuity throughout the restoration process. Responsibilities include coordinating admissions from the HHSC Clearinghouse waitlist, managing transportation logistics, tracking bed availability and census data, maintaining program records and databases, preparing required reports and documentation, and supporting operational and administrative functions of the program. The Admissions Specialist ensures accurate communication, timely information exchange, regulatory compliance, and efficient coordination of services while supporting the overall effectiveness of the Inpatient Competency Restoration Program. Although the primary function of this role is competency restoration, the position functions as an integral member of the Sunrise Canyon treatment team and is expected to support individuals across all levels of care, as clinically indicated or assigned. This position does not provide direct client care and functions primarily in an administrative, coordination, and program support capacity.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges for the Inpatient Competency Restoration Program, including managing referrals from the HHSC Clearinghouse waitlist and facilitating communication with referring counties, detention facilities, courts, transportation providers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain program census, bed management, admission and discharge records, and other operational data while ensuring accurate documentation, data entry, reporting, and compliance with applicable program requirements.
• Coordinate transportation and logistical arrangements related to admissions, transfers, and discharges to support timely and efficient movement of individuals throughout the restoration process.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the program through scheduling, record management, report preparation, meeting coordination, quality improvement activities, and special projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with HHSC standards, StarCare policies, confidentiality requirements, accreditation standards, and all applicable state and federal regulations.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours.
• Ensure all required training and credentials are current and compliant with Center, federal, state, and local regulations, in addition to StarCare policies and procedures.
• Complete special departmental projects and other responsibilities with similar skill and work conditions as assigned.
• Support all activities in alignment with StarCare’s mission, values, and operational goals.

Schedule

This is a full-time, on-site position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with flexibility to meet the needs of the department.

Benefit Package

StarCare offers Benefit eligible employees an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a High School or equivalent, required
• Must have a current Texas driver’s license and be insurable under the Center’s insurance.
• Must pass all pre-employment and annual screenings, including drug screen, criminal background, nursing registry, and MVR.

Skills & Abilities

• Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions.
• Communication: Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others across teams and departments to achieve shared goals.
• Exhibiting Corporate Values: Demonstrates behaviors and decision-making aligned with the organization’s core values and mission.
• Documentation: Proficient in accurately recording, organizing, and maintaining information in various formats.
• Productivity & Reliability: Demonstrates consistent performance, meets deadlines, manages time effectively, and maintains dependability in fulfilling job responsibilities.
• Job Specific Safety: Understands and follows safety protocols and procedures relevant to the role and work environment.

WHY CHOOSE

STARCARE?

Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:

• Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
• Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
• Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
• Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
• Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System, your work is not a job. It's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!

EEO Statement: StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.