CASE MANAGER/ DISCHARGE PLANNER FULL TIME

UHS • Harahan, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

River Oaks Hospital (a UHS affilicated hospital), located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient). For more information please visit: https://riveroakshospital.com/
River Oaks Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented CASE MANAGER / DISCHARGE PLANNER to support the hospital team in case management and discharge planning functions for patients who are in an inpatient setting. Facilitates the continuum of care and through-put process of transitioning patients, to the appropriate level of care while ensuring the most cost effective and safe environment.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of case management experience required, preferably in the mental health field.
• Thorough understanding of the inpatient workflow process and step-down process as it pertains to case management and discharge planning preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have good clinical skills to assess dynamics accurately and develop effective treatment strategies within the context of the overall treatment plan.
• Must have good analytical ability to evaluate information reported by all members of the treatment team and revise treatment strategies accordingly.
• Must have leadership abilities to support the clinicians, nurses and care workers working with the population.
• Computer software and keyboard proficiency, ability to operate various types of office equipment such as copier, scanner, and fax machines, phone systems, etc. required.
• Must be able to bend, lift, and reach office supplies and files.
• Physical agility to manage patients.
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
• Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending and stooping

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• Case Management Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• case management
• discharge planning functions for patients who are in an inpatient setting
• Facilitates the continuum of care and through-put process of transitioning patients, to the appropriate level of care while ensuring the most cost effective and safe environment.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED