Discharge Planner- Full Time

Team Recovery Ohio LLC•Toledo, OH

About The Position

Team Recovery is an addiction treatment center dedicated to supporting individuals affected by substance use and mental health disorders. We offer a full continuum of care, including inpatient detox, residential treatment, outpatient services, and recovery housing, designed to meet people where they are in their recovery journey. Our team is made up of professionals, many with lived experience, who understand the challenges of addiction and the power of connection. With a mission to improve lives and a vision to redefine treatment, we're committed to creating lasting change in the communities we serve. Team Recovery is more than a treatment center. We're a new approach to an old problem. The Discharge Planner is responsible for coordinating and overseeing individual and group case management services and support provided to individuals struggling with behavioral health issues and addiction.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
CDCA license and QMHS III required
CPR certification required
Must have a valid driver's license
acceptable driving record
be 21 years or older
be deemed insurable through Team Recovery's insurance carrier
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices in behavioral health, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated commitment to cultural competence, diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical practice and program development.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in addiction recovery services.

Nice To Haves

bachelor's degree preferred
Preferred 3+ years of experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, with a strong understanding of case management and community resource connections.
1 year of Case Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide education on discharge expectations, relapse prevention, and recovery supports
Participate in psychoeducational groups as needed.
Assist with treatment plans and development of, as needed.
Implement AMA blocking strategies.
Initiate discharge planning at admission and update throughout the client's stay.
Develop individualized discharge plans in collaboration with the client and treatment team.
Coordinate step-down placements (e.g., outpatient, IOP, PHP, sober living, recovery housing).
Ensure transportation and housing arrangements are confirmed.
Facilitate referrals to appropriate levels of care based on ASAM criteria.
Communicate with external providers to ensure seamless transitions.
Responsible for maintaining a list of referral sources and maintaining relationships with referral sources.
Complete timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate discharge summaries.
Document discharge plans and progress in the electronic health record (EHR).
Assist in the development and implementation of success plans (relapse prevention, coping strategies, recovery supports).
Actively participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Provide updates on discharge barriers and placement status.
Collaborate with therapists, medical staff, case managers, and peer supporters.
Advocate for client needs and appropriate level of care.
Collaborate with probation and parole and provide updates in conjunction with therapy.
Assist clients in identifying recovery supports (e.g., sponsors, meetings, community resources).
Address barriers such as housing, employment, legal obligations, and transportation.
Provide overdose education and resources (e.g., Narcan access if applicable).
Attend drug treatment court meetings.
Performs other related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.