Discharge Planner - Mitchell
About The Position
Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Terros Health and Lifewell have joined forces to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING Seeking a Discharge Planner to join our interdisciplinary team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment at our Mitchell Recovery Health Center.
Requirements
- GED/high school diploma with a minimum of 4 years of behavioral health employment experience, or An associates degree in the field of behavioral health and 2 years of behavioral health employment experience, or A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health employment experience, or A bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral health, or A master's degree or higher in the field of behavioral health.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook.
- Must be able to pass typing assessment with minimum 25wpm.
- Knowledge in use of Electronic Health Records - NextGen is a plus.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.
- Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.
- Must pass a TB Test.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish/ASL is desired.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a liaison between the inpatient setting and the assigned clinician at the Outpatient site.
- Work with Level I Inpatient Providers to review presenting clinical information.
- Review presenting clinical information, identify resources, and help coordinate successful discharge into the community and follow up with the clinical team post discharge.
- Perform activities in both inpatient and outpatient settings (i.e., inpatient visits, coordination meetings, service planning).
- Connect individuals receiving Level I inpatient services with ongoing Terros Outpatient treatment upon discharge.
- Work with clients while in the hospital, hospital unit staff, outpatient team, member family, PCPs, and health plans as clinically indicated to ensure an effective transition.
- Participate in individualized service planning and execution of written discharge plans.
- Offer coordination to an array of services that actively address recovery goals.
- Reduce the risk of readmission to hospital, reduce the utilization of Crisis services and improve the coordination with the PCP and Terros psychiatric provider.
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package - Including 401K
- Generous PTO/Sick Time (3+ weeks in Year 1)
- NOW OFFERING AN ADDITIONAL $1.50/hr. SMI DIFFERENTIAL
- Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families
- Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
- Vision insurance
- Group life and disability insurance
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Interest-free medical line of credit
- Financial education, planning, and support resources
- Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
- Bilingual pay differential
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
- Paid Sick Time
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
- Trip Reduction Program
- Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities
- Scholarships
- Clinical supervision
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
- Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships, Car rentals, Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
