Hospital Liaison at Astor Services

City of Poughkeepsie, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jul, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

02 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case management, Care coordination, Relationship building, Communication, Documentation, HIPAA compliance, Quality assurance, Data management, Psychiatric hospitalization support, Patient advocacy, Clinical coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Astor is seeking an organized professional to build and maintain relationships with hospitals and emergency room departments in the Bronx and the Hudson Valley regions. The liaison will serve as both the communication hub, internal coordinator, and a supportive family contact throughout the hospitalization process, from intake, through inpatient care, discharge and aftercare/return to Astor treatment, ensuring continuity of care of all client psychiatric hospitalizations. Job Responsibilities: Maintain responsibility for actively tracking, following, and maintaining cases through the entire hospitalization process, including referral, admission, treatment, discharge, and post-discharge. Ensure that family/client perspective and expertise are prioritized throughout the hospitalization process. Work with program leadership to develop policies and procedures. Organize communicating among clients, families and caregivers, collateral providers, and various levels of internal and external peer, clinical, medical, and leadership staff. Utilize the agency electronic health record to document contacts consistent with programmatic and agency expectations and regulations. Follow HIPAA practices, and collaborate with quality assurance to meet best practices markers and goals. Attend relevant treatment team meetings, clinical incident command, and/or Quality Assurance/Improvement and Incident Review calls relevant to care coordination and/or process improvement. Work with Astor’s director of clinical outcomes and data management team related to key performance indicators and other agency objectives regarding quality of care throughout course of hospitalization. All work to be conducted in line with the agency’s standards of care and core values, driven by the mission and vision of the agency. This concierge-like relationship will be person-centered, family-driven, clinically-informed, and articulate client, program, and agency needs to improve quality and continuity of care. What we provide: 4 weeks paid vacation annually. 13 paid holidays. 4 personal days. 1 sick day per month, accruable to 150 days. Fully paid individual LTD and life insurance. Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution. New longevity incentives. Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need. Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment. Room for growth and advancement within the organization. Join Astor Services – Apply Now! Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team. Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive. Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories! Requirements You must have: · High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

The Hospital Liaison acts as a communication hub and coordinator for clients throughout the psychiatric hospitalization process, from intake to aftercare. They are responsible for tracking cases, ensuring continuity of care, and maintaining relationships with hospitals and emergency departments.