Discharge Planner

Southwest Network Company Brand•Phoenix, AZ

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team with primary responsibility for initial discharge planning and coordination of care for members that are in an inpatient facility. Assists with member discharge evaluations and works with teams to build treatment plans that promote long-term health and relapse prevention. Southwest Network provides integrated behavioral and physical health services, caring for both the mind and body for whole health and wellness. We provide treatment programs for seriously mentally ill adults and children and adolescents with complex emotional and behavioral needs. We are committed to their recovery, and we work together to offer hope, support individual goals, encourage self-sufficiency, and change lives. We do whatever is needed for the individuals and families we serve. We truly understand how important our employees are to those they care for, and how critical they are to our mission. As one of our employees, we will look after as many of your professional and personal needs as we can and make sure your work environment is productive, yet pleasant and informal. We are committed to offering you opportunities for personal and career growth, and we value and reward innovation, collaboration, dedication, and strength. For adults with serious mental illness, recovery and success in life depends on good mental and physical health, as well as having satisfying relationships, safe housing, purpose in life, a sense of belonging, and hope for the future. We help people define their personal goals for recovery and manage their symptoms so they can achieve those goals. With our integrated health services, care and support, they discover strengths they didn’t know they had and are able to build futures filled with hope, meaning, and wellness.

Requirements

Master's or bachelor's degree with a behavioral health or related field
Bachelor's degree in a non-related field PLUS one-year related experience
Associate degree in any field PLUS one-year related experience
High school diploma or equivalency certificate PLUS three years' related experience
Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Options certifications (offered through Southwest Network)
Must maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and car insurance
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have the ability to maintain excellent member and family relationships and provide excellent customer service
Requires effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to stay organized and have critical thinking, time management and problem-solving skills are a must
Ability to utilize multiple types of office equipment (i.e. phones, copier, fax, etc.)
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software
Must be able to utilize the internet and various web browsers
Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license, have a registered and reliable vehicle that meets Arizona state law standards, and meets the insurance standards of Southwest Network.

Nice To Haves

Ability to type 25 to 40 WPM is preferred

Responsibilities

Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team with primary responsibility for initial discharge planning and coordination of care for members that are in an inpatient facility.
Assists with member discharge evaluations and works with teams to build treatment plans that promote long-term health and relapse prevention.