Admissions Coordinator

Houses of Hope; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid LTD and Life Insurance

11 Paid Holidays

Vacation, Sick, Personal Hours

403(b) with company match

Verizon Discount

Sam’s Club Membership

Casual Dress Code

Licensure fees & CEUs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Houses of Hope in Lincoln, NE is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to support the Short-Term Residential program. The role involves welcoming individuals, guiding them through the admission process, and coordinating with clinical and referral sources to ensure smooth intake.

A strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and service coordination is essential. Qualifications include a 21+ age minimum, a Nebraska driver's license, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience in human services, with

Qualifications

• Must have customer service and communication skills.
• Experience in clinical setting record management/correspondence preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for individuals entering the building and directing them to the appropriate program or staff.
• Coordinate admissions process for the Short-Term Residential program, including forms and documentation in the EHR.
• Verify payor and billing information and assist with referrals and scheduling.
• Maintain records of communications and referrals; support waiting lists and capacity reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

CPR/First Aid

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree + 2 years in human services

Job description

Join Our New Short-Term Residential Team

At Houses of Hope, we are committed to providing compassionate, recovery-oriented care that empowers individuals to rebuild their lives. Our team values collaboration, integrity, accountability, and hope—and we are excited to bring those values to our new Short-Term Residential program.

Opening in November at our newly renovated facility at 4740 A Street, the Short-Term Residential program represents an exciting new chapter for Houses of Hope. We are building a team of professionals who want to create a safe, welcoming, trauma-informed environment where individuals experiencing substance use and co-occurring mental health needs can take meaningful steps toward recovery and greater independence.

Joining the program at its beginning offers a unique opportunity to help establish the culture of a new team and contribute to how services are delivered from day one. We are looking for people who value teamwork, communicate well, believe in treating individuals with dignity and respect, and want their work to make a meaningful difference.

Houses of Hope is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to join our team. The Admissions Coordinator welcomes and assists individuals arriving for outpatient appointments, residential services, and other agency business. The Admissions Coordinator is also responsible for managing the admission process for the Short-Term Residential program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for individuals in service, visitors, vendors, referral sources, and others entering the building.
• Greet and assist individuals arriving for outpatient appointments, residential services, and other agency business and connect them with the appropriate program or staff member.
• Coordinate check-in activities, including verifying addresses and collecting applicable co-payments.
• Notify appropriate staff when individuals in service, visitors, vendors, or other guests arrive.
• Ensure visitors and vendors follow applicable sign-in and building procedures.
• Answer the main telephone line, respond to general inquiries, and route calls to appropriate staff.
• Receive mail, packages, and deliveries and route them to appropriate personnel.
• Foster and maintain a safe, welcoming, professional, and trauma-informed environment for all individuals entering or contacting the program.
• Manage and maintain the residential pre-waiting list and waiting list in coordination with the Admissions Supervisor.
• Maintain weekly communication with referral sources and individuals who are being referred to or are currently on the waiting list regarding referral status, continued interest, and availability.
• Complete weekly reports for Region 5 and Region 2 regarding program waiting lists and available capacity.
• Prepare referrals for the screening process by reviewing evaluations, referral documentation, and other relevant information.
• Coordinate and schedule admissions to the residential program and complete required initial forms and documentation in the electronic health record as part of the intake process.
• Verify payor and billing information and submit service authorization requests to managed care organizations, CDS, and other applicable payor sources within required timeframes. Complete corrections, follow-up, and resubmissions as needed.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with referral sources and other community partners involved in the admission process.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of written and verbal communication related to individuals seeking admission to the residential program.
• Support program capacity goals by actively managing referrals and waiting lists, maintaining timely communication with prospective admissions and referral sources, and coordinating admissions as openings become available.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21.
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license and proof of insurance; clean DMV record.
  
• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree with 2 years’ experience in a human services field.
• Work experience with record management/correspondence in a clinical setting.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, ensure deadlines, timeframes.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• CPR/First Aid Certified (will provide training).

Compensation and Benefits

Houses of Hope offers a full benefits package including:

• Casual Dress Code
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid LTD and Life Insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation, Sick, and Personal Hours
• Paid licensure fees and CEUs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) with up to a 5% company match
• Verizon Discount
• Sam’s Club Membership

Houses of Hope is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. We believe in the principles of equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

We are dedicated to ensuring that all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and that they have equal access to employment opportunities. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

In accordance with our commitment to ethical standards and recovery integrity, Houses of Hope may restrict employment eligibility for individuals who have completed treatment at our facility within the past two years. This policy supports professional boundaries and client safety and complies with ADA and confidentiality laws.