Case Manager

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital•Marysville, WA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Case Manager to plan and coordinate activities that help patients meet their coordination-of-care needs. The role includes providing basic consultation under the treatment team’s oversight, coordinating with families and social supports and community providers, and planning for discharge. The Case Manager develops and implements care plans for patients’ post-hospitalization needs and supports continuity of care. This is a non-supervisory position focused on patient care and effective communication.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical-related mental health field.
At least one year of experience in related disciplines.
Complete 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

Psychiatric hospital experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Formulate and conduct educational, therapeutic, and/or support groups.
Develop and coordinate 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 concerning patient care planning and implementation.
Coordinate care with family members, social supports, and community providers.
Develop and implement plans of care to address patients’ post-hospitalization needs and continuity of care.