Discharge Planner/Care Coordinator, Behavioral Health, Baptist Downtown

Baptist Health System, Inc.

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Baptist Health is seeking a Discharge Planner to join the Care Coordination team at the Baptist Medical Center - Downtown campus. This is a PRN Days shift opportunity. The Discharge Planner will assess patient needs, develop discharge care plans, and connect patients with community resources and services. This role involves assisting patients with applications and referrals to government agencies, coordinating appointments with community providers for a smooth transition to the next level of care, and collaborating with patients, staff, family, and community service personnel to create realistic care plans. The position requires a desire to work with mentally ill patients across a range of ages, from young adulthood to geriatrics. Responsibilities include facilitating psychosocial educational groups and developing and reviewing safety plans with patients and their support systems prior to discharge.

Requirements

• 3-5 Years Behavioral Health Experience Required
• 1-2 years Case Management Experience Required
• 1 year Acute Patient Care Experience Required
• Master of Counseling or Related Degree
• Master of Social Work
• Master of Psychology

Responsibilities

• Assess patient's needs, develop discharge care plans, and link patients with community resources and services to meet their identified needs.
• Assist patients with applications and referrals to government agencies.
• Coordinate appointments with community based providers, organizations and agencies to ensure a smooth transition to the next level of care.
• Collaborate with the patient, staff members, family members, friends, and community service personnel to develop a workable, realistic plan that motivates and engages the patient in their treatment and promotes stabilization for the patient in the community and optimal quality of life.
• Facilitate psychosocial educational groups for patients and family members referencing the signs and symptoms of various mental illnesses.
• Develop safety plans for patients and review the safety plan with the patients and the patients' support systems prior to discharge and encourage the patient to implement the safety plan when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level