Case Manager

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital•Marysville, WA

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Manager plans and coordinates activities to help patients meet their coordination-of-care needs. With oversight from the treatment team, the role provides basic consultation, coordinates with family and social supports and community providers, and plans for discharge. The Case Manager develops and implements plans of care for patients’ post-hospitalization needs to support continuity of care. This is a non-supervisory role requiring a commitment to patient care and strong communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field.
Crisis prevention/management training within 30 days of employment and before assisting in a restraining procedure.
May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in related disciplines; psychiatric hospital experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Formulate and conduct educational, therapeutic, and/or support groups.
Develop discharge plans, including scheduling appointments and communicating with parents and significant family contacts.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, healthcare team members, and community providers.
Support facility-wide quality and performance improvement goals and objectives.
Document findings, discharge plans, and actions taken in medical records according to departmental guidelines.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings about patient care planning and implementation.
Coordinate care with family or social supports and community providers.
Develop and implement plans of care for patients’ post-hospitalization needs and continuity of care.