Director of Nursing (DON) – Starlite Recovery Center
Center Point, TX | Relocation Assistance Available

Lead a Team That Changes Lives.

Starlite Recovery Center is searching for a Director of Nursing who leads with both clinical rigor and genuine compassion. If you're ready to step into a meaningful leadership role at one of Texas's most established behavioral health facilities, with the support of a national healthcare system behind you, this is your opportunity.

About Starlite Recovery Center
For over 65 years, Starlite has delivered life-changing treatment to adults and adolescents navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our 55-acre campus in the Texas Hill Country isn't just a beautiful setting, it's a healing environment where patients recover and leaders grow.

What We Offer

We believe strong leadership should be supported with meaningful rewards:

• Relocation Assistance &/or Sign-On Bonus
• Clear Growth Pathing – Potential advancement into corporate nursing or future CNO opportunities
• Executive Mentorship – Paired with a corporate nurse leader from day one
• Competitive Salary & Annual Bonus Structure
• Robust Benefits Package – Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO – Vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and mental health days
• Comprehensive Training – Industry‑leading onboarding and ongoing support

Your Role

As DON, you'll oversee nursing operations and set the clinical standard for the entire facility:

• Lead and manage nursing teams to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care
• Provide coaching, development, and mentorship to nurse leaders and staff
• Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and state regulations
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and workforce planning
• Monitor clinical outcomes and drive quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to support treatment goals
• Participate in leadership meetings and support strategic decision‑making

You'll have real autonomy at the facility level, backed by Acadia Healthcare's corporate resources, including dedicated nurse executive support and a recruiting partnership to help you build a strong, stable team.

• Active RN license (Texas)
• BSN strongly preferred
• 3+ years RN experience (6+ preferred)
• Behavioral health nursing experience: 1 year required, 2+ preferred
• (inpatient, outpatient, psychiatric, addiction recovery, or related)
• 2+ years of progressive leadership or management experience required
• Prior DON or Nurse Manager experience preferred

Ready to Apply?

Join a mission-driven team making a real difference in behavioral health care. Apply today, we review every application and look forward to learning more about you.

Starlite Recovery Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, supportive workplace for all.

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