Discharge Planner at Wellpath

Memphis, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Discharge planning, Case management, Social work, Mental health support, Crisis intervention, Documentation, Care coordination, Resource referral, Patient advocacy, Life skills training, Medication coordination, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Assessment, Treatment planning

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

How you make a difference The Discharge Planner position involves coordinating and implementing discharge planning for patients at the facility while maintaining effective communication with facility staff and community resources. The job also requires accountability for services provided during the discharge planning process. The main responsibility is to ensure a smooth transition for patients from the facility to their respective communities. Qualifications & Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree in social work or closely related field from an accredited college or university. Experience Previous experience in developing successful transition plans involving community resources for persons with mental illness. Experience in social work case management in a mental health agency for mentally ill population. Licenses/Certifications Must maintain CPR certification, and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required by contract. Key Responsibilities • Responsible for coordinating and conducting discharge planning for patients with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI), Adult Persons with Disabilities/Intellectual Disabilities , or serious medical illness, in accordance with facility policies and procedures.• Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies providing services to individuals with mental illness or serious medical conditions and facilitate applications for financial assistance.• Identify release-planning needs of patients and provide a Life Skills Program to enhance patient coping skills and support upon release.• Coordinate medication and medical needs, residential placement options, and assist patients in making appointments with mental health agencies for continuation of services.• Maintain accurate documentation of services provided in the patient health record and attend meetings relevant to release planning to enhance coordination of care. You Matter • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans *Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness. We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles. Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description. We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Responsibilities

The Discharge Planner coordinates and implements discharge plans for patients to ensure a smooth transition from the facility to the community. They maintain accurate health records, facilitate community resource connections, and provide life skills support to patients with mental or medical illnesses.