DISCHARGE COORDINATOR

UHS•Jacksonville, NC

About The Position

This position works in partnership with the clinician to serve the patient, and patient’s family through the coordination of discharge planning. Discharge planning includes coordinating transportation, setting up aftercare appointments, and faxing or scanning the discharge information to the aftercare provider. This person must possess discretion, the ability to act independently, good clinical judgment, creative thinking and problem-solving initiative. Strong communication skills, and the ability to exhibit empathy are a must. The person in this position must be able to demonstrate strong organizational skills and strong time management skills. Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling or a behavioral health related field.
Two years’ experience in a social services setting in behavioral healthcare environment preferred.
Medium Work – Exerting 20 – 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 – 25 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds of force frequently or an amount greater than negligible and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of these for light work. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Grasping
Speaking
Hearing
Computer use
Visual acuity (color, depth perception, field of vision)
Sitting
Standing
Walking
Pushing
Pulling
Stooping
Reaching
Twisting
Crouching
Agility to perform physical restraints / holds
Agility to administer CPR