Discharge Coordinator, Behavioral Health
Newburgh, NY - USA
Job Summary
Discharge Coordinator Behavioral Health
Schedule: Part time - weekdays (8-4pm 3 days a week)
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
The Discharge Coordinator is responsible for aftercare coordination treatment planning support and communication with patients families and providers to ensure continuity of care following discharge from inpatient treatment. This role also supports crisis intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration within the behavioral health setting.
ADischarge Coordinator who excels in this role:
- Provide aftercare coordination for patients requiring ongoing medical or psychosocial support post-discharge.
- Create and maintain updated community resource listings for aftercare services.
- Actively participate in the treatment planning process by scheduling aftercare appointments identified by the patients provider and therapist.
- Provide patients and families with resource information related to future care needs.
- Communicate proactively with clients families aftercare providers and referral sources.
- Draft comprehensive discharge summaries and contracts for each assigned patient.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team including physicians utilization review and nursing staff.
- Complete all required hospital and patient documentation thoroughly and in a timely manner.
- Apply appropriate crisis intervention and de-escalation skills during emergencies.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure all HIPAA standards are upheld.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of clinical regulations including TJC Medicaid and state/federal laws.
Additional Information
Reports to: Clinical Programs Manager
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
Applicants should have a bachelors degree in social work or counseling or equivalent required. Experience may be substituted for education. Additional requirements include:
- Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred.
- Strong organizational communication and documentation skills required.
- Knowledge Skills & Abilities
EEOC Statement
Brentwood Springsis an Equal Opportunity Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more