Discharge Planner

Acadia • Wilmington, NC

22d

About The Position

The Discharge Planner assists patients and their families by developing a documented continuing care plan to support recovery and arrange behavioral, mental, or health care follow-up after discharge from the facility. The role coordinates appointments and community resources, facilitates continuity of care, and serves as a liaison among referral sources, patients, and counselors. Discharge planning documentation must be clear, concise, and timely.

Requirements

• Associate degree in nursing or a human services field.
• Current LPN or RN licensure in the state where the facility provides services, if applicable.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or a human services field preferred.
• One or more years of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• One or more years of experience in discharge planning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop continuing aftercare plans based on patients’ needs to promote long-term health and relapse prevention.
• Set discharge appointments for patients, including group or individual therapy and appointments with psychologists or psychiatrists.
• Arrange community resources to facilitate discharge and provide needed documentation to other providers to support continuity of care.
• Act as a liaison between referral sources, patients, and counselors.
• Ensure patient discharge planning documentation is clear, concise, and timely.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree