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Functional Title: Program Supervisor III Job Title: Program Supervisor III Agency: Health & Human Services Commission Department: General Administration Posting Number: 12252 Closing Date: 01/05/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20 Salary Range: $4,263.16-$6,779.25 Pay Frequency: Monthly Shift: Day Telework: Not Eligible Travel: Up to 10% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Vernon State Hospital Job Location City: VERNON Job Location Address: 4730 COLLEGE DR Brief Job Description
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 nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The 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. Responsibilities
Attend work on a regular basis; may be asked to work a specific shift schedule, rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy. Plan and coordinate admissions to the state hospital, ensuring timely and thorough admission processes of new patients. Maintain a daily check on bed availability to facilitate timely admissions. Ensure availability of psychiatrists to assess patients on admission. Supervise assigned staff, including reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, selecting and hiring employees, scheduling workload, establishing performance measures, evaluating performance, providing feedback and guidance, recommending staff development and training, recommending personnel and disciplinary actions, and approving leave. Confer with staff on admission processes and identified issues; plan, coordinate, and implement new and revised admission processes and procedures and monitor compliance. Evaluate and analyze operations, prepare reports, make recommendations, and respond to special project requests from executive leadership. Develop and implement admissions quality assessment and performance improvement activities, including establishing admission goals and objectives and performance measures. Provide training or technical assistance regarding the admissions program for internal and external stakeholders (patients, staff, law enforcement, etc.). Coordinate medication hearings and commitment renewals with counties of residence or County Courts; ensure courtesy hearings and commitments are carried out and documentation is prepared. Assure transfers and discharges are coordinated with receiving facilities or aftercare resources (jails, other state hospitals, local mental health authorities, etc.). Assure coordination of the Dangerousness Review Board (DRB) processes, as requested. Coordinate and communicate with courts, legal/law enforcement personnel, and related individuals, providing required legal documents. Perform other duties as assigned, including support for disaster response, recovery, or continuity of operations (COOP). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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 task completion. 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 Certifications
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 licensing. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Initial Screening Criteria
Three to five years of supervisory experience required. Additional Information
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including CANRS, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Male applicants 18‑25 must be registered with Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state‑operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required; position may require overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. Vaccines may be provided; employees must be vaccinated per level of contact. Unvaccinated influenza employees may be required to wear a mask and take protective measures. Military, Veterans, and ADA Accommodations
Active‑Duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans whose occupations relate to the initial selection criteria are encouraged to apply. HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Contact HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance with the online application or interview accommodation. Telework Disclaimer
All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies, discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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Functional Title: Program Supervisor III Job Title: Program Supervisor III Agency: Health & Human Services Commission Department: General Administration Posting Number: 12252 Closing Date: 01/05/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Office and Administrative Support Salary Group: TEXAS-B-20 Salary Range: $4,263.16-$6,779.25 Pay Frequency: Monthly Shift: Day Telework: Not Eligible Travel: Up to 10% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Vernon State Hospital Job Location City: VERNON Job Location Address: 4730 COLLEGE DR Brief Job Description
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 nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The 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. Responsibilities
Attend work on a regular basis; may be asked to work a specific shift schedule, rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy. Plan and coordinate admissions to the state hospital, ensuring timely and thorough admission processes of new patients. Maintain a daily check on bed availability to facilitate timely admissions. Ensure availability of psychiatrists to assess patients on admission. Supervise assigned staff, including reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, selecting and hiring employees, scheduling workload, establishing performance measures, evaluating performance, providing feedback and guidance, recommending staff development and training, recommending personnel and disciplinary actions, and approving leave. Confer with staff on admission processes and identified issues; plan, coordinate, and implement new and revised admission processes and procedures and monitor compliance. Evaluate and analyze operations, prepare reports, make recommendations, and respond to special project requests from executive leadership. Develop and implement admissions quality assessment and performance improvement activities, including establishing admission goals and objectives and performance measures. Provide training or technical assistance regarding the admissions program for internal and external stakeholders (patients, staff, law enforcement, etc.). Coordinate medication hearings and commitment renewals with counties of residence or County Courts; ensure courtesy hearings and commitments are carried out and documentation is prepared. Assure transfers and discharges are coordinated with receiving facilities or aftercare resources (jails, other state hospitals, local mental health authorities, etc.). Assure coordination of the Dangerousness Review Board (DRB) processes, as requested. Coordinate and communicate with courts, legal/law enforcement personnel, and related individuals, providing required legal documents. Perform other duties as assigned, including support for disaster response, recovery, or continuity of operations (COOP). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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 task completion. 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 Certifications
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 licensing. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Initial Screening Criteria
Three to five years of supervisory experience required. Additional Information
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including CANRS, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Male applicants 18‑25 must be registered with Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state‑operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required; position may require overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. Vaccines may be provided; employees must be vaccinated per level of contact. Unvaccinated influenza employees may be required to wear a mask and take protective measures. Military, Veterans, and ADA Accommodations
Active‑Duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans whose occupations relate to the initial selection criteria are encouraged to apply. HHSC and DSHS agencies provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Contact HHS Employee Service Center at 1‑888‑894‑4747 for assistance with the online application or interview accommodation. Telework Disclaimer
All HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies, discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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