OPT Associate Director Of Admissions Jobs
Associate Director of Admissions roles sit at the intersection of higher education administration and student recruitment, making them a natural fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in education, counseling, or communications. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under OPT work authorization, and many universities are experienced H-1B visa sponsors.
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Join our admissions team at Henry Ford Behavioral Health in West Bloomfield, MI as a Admissions RN!
Available Shift: Night Shift: 7:00p.m-7:00am (3-12 hour shifts with weekend rotation)
Acadia Healthcare and Henry Ford Health System have formed a joint venture to develop, construct and operate a new state-of-the-art two story 192-bed behavioral health hospital. Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital will address the ongoing need for psychiatric access for the Greater Detroit Metro area. This hospital will expand geographic coverage and enable care for a broader region of Southeast Michigan. Located in West Bloomfield, MI the newly constructed Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital will share the campus with Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital.
Responsibilities
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Clinical professional is responsible for facilitating admissions, clinical intake assessments, and utilization review processes to assure continuity for the most appropriate level of care for patients and their benefit/resource utilization.
- Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
- Facilitate emergency transfers for patients presenting with emergency medical conditions outside of the facility’s capabilities.
- Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and other community agencies for medical and behavioral acuity and respond within facility policy timeframes.
- Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate recommendations.
- Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
- Collaborate with other facility medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions.
- Facilitate admissions process for incoming patients including assessment, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
- Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
- Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process in accordance with facility policy and/or physician orders.
- Utilize multiple web-based programs to track and review referrals.
- Communicate projected admissions to designated internal representatives promptly.
- Ensure all clinical information from referral sources or patients (including medical comorbidity information) is received, when possible, prior to patient admission.
- Schedule (when applicable) and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with the admitting physician and communicate disposition recommendations to the patient or their family.
- Possess skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation that will result in authorization at the level of care being requested of the payor.
- Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission prior to admission, when possible, and within payor timeframe guidelines.
- Admit the patient to the registration and accounting system. Complete all admission and consent forms with the patient.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- When a patient’s needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted and ensure that they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals.
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
- Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15-minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of Associate’s degree in Nursing.
- Minimum one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the area of specialty for the hiring facility.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Clear and active nursing license in the state.
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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INTRODUCTION
Join our admissions team at Henry Ford Behavioral Health in West Bloomfield, MI as a Admissions RN!
Available Shift: Night Shift: 7:00p.m-7:00am (3-12 hour shifts with weekend rotation)
Acadia Healthcare and Henry Ford Health System have formed a joint venture to develop, construct and operate a new state-of-the-art two story 192-bed behavioral health hospital. Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital will address the ongoing need for psychiatric access for the Greater Detroit Metro area. This hospital will expand geographic coverage and enable care for a broader region of Southeast Michigan. Located in West Bloomfield, MI the newly constructed Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital will share the campus with Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital.
Responsibilities
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Clinical professional is responsible for facilitating admissions, clinical intake assessments, and utilization review processes to assure continuity for the most appropriate level of care for patients and their benefit/resource utilization.
- Review medical documentation for all admissions, complete medication reconciliation, and obtain admission orders from physicians.
- Facilitate emergency transfers for patients presenting with emergency medical conditions outside of the facility’s capabilities.
- Review referrals from hospitals, facilities, and other community agencies for medical and behavioral acuity and respond within facility policy timeframes.
- Respond to inquiries about the facility and provide appropriate recommendations.
- Conduct assessments to determine the appropriate level of care within the facility.
- Collaborate with other facility medical and psychiatric personnel to ensure appropriate recommendations and admissions.
- Facilitate admissions process for incoming patients including assessment, consent, and inventory of patient belongings.
- Perform insurance benefit verifications and secure initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission.
- Monitor patient status throughout the admissions process in accordance with facility policy and/or physician orders.
- Utilize multiple web-based programs to track and review referrals.
- Communicate projected admissions to designated internal representatives promptly.
- Ensure all clinical information from referral sources or patients (including medical comorbidity information) is received, when possible, prior to patient admission.
- Schedule (when applicable) and complete pre-admission assessments, consult with the admitting physician and communicate disposition recommendations to the patient or their family.
- Possess skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation that will result in authorization at the level of care being requested of the payor.
- Complete initial pre-authorization for treatment and admission prior to admission, when possible, and within payor timeframe guidelines.
- Admit the patient to the registration and accounting system. Complete all admission and consent forms with the patient.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- When a patient’s needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- Coordinate care for patients who are not being admitted and ensure that they receive appropriate follow-up care and referrals.
- Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
- Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15-minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of Associate’s degree in Nursing.
- Minimum one year of experience working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity, preferably within the area of specialty for the hiring facility.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- Clear and active nursing license in the state.
- CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
AHRN
LI-CAH1
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Associate Director Of Admissions
Target universities with active H-1B sponsorship history
Large public and private universities file H-1B visa petitions regularly for admissions staff. Research institutions with dedicated international hiring infrastructure, as they understand OPT timelines and are more likely to support your transition before your authorization expires.
Frame your international perspective as a recruiting asset
Admissions offices actively recruit diverse student bodies. Your firsthand experience navigating international applications and U.S. higher education systems positions you as someone who can authentically connect with and recruit prospective international students.
Start your job search at least six months before OPT expires
Associate Director searches at universities often move slowly through committee approvals and HR processes. Beginning early gives you enough runway to complete multi-round interviews and still allow your employer to file an H-1B or other sponsorship petition in time.
Clarify your OPT status and STEM extension eligibility upfront
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension, giving employers nearly three years of work authorization. Communicating this clearly reduces perceived sponsorship risk and makes you a more attractive candidate.
Emphasize transferable enrollment management skills in applications
Quantify outcomes where possible: yield rates improved, application volumes managed, or recruitment events coordinated. Admissions directors hire on results, and concrete metrics signal readiness for an Associate Director role while demonstrating professional-level competency.
Build relationships inside university HR and international offices
Many universities have dedicated international faculty and staff hiring processes. Connecting with HR partners or the international student office at target institutions can surface unadvertised openings and give you an internal advocate during the hiring process.
Associate Director Of Admissions OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Associate Director of Admissions role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Associate Director of Admissions positions generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field such as education, counseling, or communications. USCIS evaluates each role on its specific requirements, so reviewing the job description carefully to confirm the degree requirement is listed as mandatory, not preferred, is important.
Are universities likely to sponsor an H-1B visa after my OPT ends?
Many universities, particularly large research institutions and private colleges, are experienced H-1B sponsors for administrative and professional staff including admissions roles. Higher education employers tend to have established relationships with immigration counsel and understand the process. Focusing your search on institutions that have sponsored H-1B petitions for admissions staff in the past improves your odds significantly. Migrate Mate lists Associate Director of Admissions jobs at OPT-friendly employers.
Can I work as an Associate Director of Admissions on STEM OPT extension?
Only if your underlying degree falls under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code. Admissions roles connected to degrees in fields like data-driven education research, information systems, or counseling psychology with a STEM designation may qualify. A non-STEM degree in general communications or liberal arts would not support a STEM OPT extension, regardless of the job title.
What degree backgrounds are most competitive for Associate Director of Admissions jobs on OPT?
Hiring committees most commonly look for degrees in higher education administration, counseling, student affairs, communications, or psychology. A master's degree is frequently preferred at the Associate Director level, particularly at research universities. Candidates who have worked in undergraduate admissions, enrollment management, or student recruitment during CPT or prior OPT periods are consistently viewed as stronger applicants.
How do I find Associate Director of Admissions jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
The challenge with general job searches is that most postings don't explicitly state sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate surfaces roles at employers with demonstrated OPT and visa sponsorship history, saving you from applying to positions where authorization barriers will disqualify you late in the process. Filtering by institution type and role can help you identify universities actively hiring international admissions professionals.