CARE NAVIGATOR- Part Time

UHS•Austin, TX

About The Position

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the Nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion. UHS has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America's top 500 public companies as well as Fortune list of 500 World's Most Admired Companies, in 2017 and 2018! Austin Oaks Hospital is an 80-bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults and children ages 4 to 17. Located on a beautiful 13-acre, oak-lined campus, we provide a home-like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, social skills, and personal growth. Our psychiatric treatment and substance abuse services are available through both inpatient and outpatient programs to fit your needs. Get a confidential assessment from our trained staff today to determine which services best suit your recovery goals. Austin Oaks Hospital is located in South Austin 10 minutes from downtown. Please visit our website for more information: www.austinoakshospital.com. Austin Oaks Hospital is seeking qualified, energetic candidates for our current job openings. We welcome new Grads! Join us and be a part of our organization servicing our communities mental health needs.. If you are a dedicated, hardworking individual who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients we encourage you to apply. Austin Oaks Hospital puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Austin Oaks is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. At Austin Oaks Hospital you are never alone, as you are part of a huge network of peer professionals and nursing leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. The Care Navigator is responsible for providing clinically indicated discharge planning to patients. All ages served. The Care Navigator will meet with all patients to plan and discuss discharge needs including the benefits of stepdown services as part of their continuum of care treatment. Works cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Meets with the patient’s primary therapist,utilization review team and outpatient coordiantor, and attends both treatment team meetings and morning unit staffing at inpatient to discuss updates, eligibility, and referrals for other levels of care including PHP/IOP, to provide consultation, and give/gain information regarding discharge planning.

Requirements

High School Education required
At least 6 months work experience providing individual, group and family therapy-preferred, case management and discharge planning in an inpatient or outpatient psychiatric facility
familiarity with ethical and legal issues regarding reporting of abuse and neglect
Experience working with people with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders
Thorough understanding of the step down process familiarity with involved departments
Thorough understanding of the inpatient workflow process, as it pertains to case management and discharge planning.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preffered
At least 6 months work experience providing individual, group and family therapy-preferred

Responsibilities

providing clinically indicated discharge planning to patients
meet with all patients to plan and discuss discharge needs including the benefits of stepdown services as part of their continuum of care treatment
Works cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Meets with the patient’s primary therapist,utilization review team and outpatient coordiantor, and attends both treatment team meetings and morning unit staffing at inpatient to discuss updates, eligibility, and referrals for other levels of care including PHP/IOP, to provide consultation, and give/gain information regarding discharge planning.