Discharge Planner

Perimeter Healthcare•Springfield, MO

15d

About The Position

Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield has an immediate opening for a Discharge Planner. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those with mental health illness. Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is one of the premier behavioral health hospitals providing inpatient psychiatric treatment for children and teenagers. Comprehensive care is designed for the individual, not the diagnosis. Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is daily committed to improving patients’ lives by using a patient centered collaborative approach to provide high quality care addressing both the mental health and physical wellbeing of our patients. Join our team today.

Requirements

Education : A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field. Two years of experience in inpatient/outpatient mental health setting, or comparable experience.
Experience : Considerable knowledge of the principles of clinical treatment and social casework.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention Training within 30 days of employment
Schedule : Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm

Responsibilities

Participate as an integral member of the treatment team including attendance at program staff meetings, treatment planning meetings, and assigned committees.
Work closely with the therapist, utilization review coordinator, and doctors in liaison with insurance companies to coordinate necessary documentation and discharge planning to promote quality management of treatment items across the continuum of care.
Provide assistance and work closely with the treatment team to identify the needs of the patient and take appropriate action to see that the needs of the patients are being met.
Work closely with the treatment team and families to encourage involvement in the treatment of the patient.
Facilitate communication with referral sources and mental health care professionals in the treatment planning process to include discharge planning, aftercare plans, and arrangements for the patient.
Work closely with community agencies to ensure that the needs of the patients are met.