Discharge Planner Youth Inpatient Unit
About The Position
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is hiring a Discharge Planner to help individuals transition from inpatient behavioral health services to the next stage of care. The position coordinates complex discharge plans and helps clients access resources that support stability and continued progress after discharge, while addressing barriers to a successful transition to the community. This is a full-time, onsite position in Bremerton, Washington, with a hiring range of $20.27–$24.83 per hour. The role serves adult and youth clients and works closely with clients, families, healthcare providers, social services personnel, and treatment teams. The employee documents discharge planning activity, maintains client confidentiality, and completes required orientations, meetings, and trainings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum 1 year of job-related experience.
- Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration.
- Valid Washington Food Worker card, or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- Working knowledge and skill in verbal de-escalation skills as outlined in agency-mandated trainings.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, clients, organizations, and the public.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a behavioral health field.
- Minimum 2 years of job-related experience.
- Relevant experience working with clients with severe and persistent mental illness.
- Capacity to work well with children and families.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and facilitate timely implementation of discharge plans for clients receiving inpatient services.
- Develop discharge plans that address complex needs, multiple systems, and funding requirements.
- Assist clients in obtaining safe and affordable housing, shelter, and community-based supports.
- Support clients in connecting with primary care providers, dentists, and other healthcare services.
- Assist clients with accessing legal services, housing subsidies, and public benefits programs.
- Track client progress after discharge and coordinate follow-up care for a minimum of 30 days.
- Collaborate with insurance case management departments to coordinate referrals and appointments.
- Maintain communication with physicians, nursing staff, clients, families, and other parties involved in discharge planning.
- Coordinate with social services personnel and treatment teams to support client needs.
- Document discharge plans, findings, interventions, and outcomes according to KMHS requirements.
- Maintain confidentiality of client information.
- Attend required orientations, staff meetings, and mandatory trainings.
- Support Mental Health Professionals with discharge-related case management tasks.
- Assist with arranging shelter placements and follow-up services for adult and youth clients.
- Participate in treatment team meetings.
- Track discharge activity and maintain records of complex and standard discharges.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Up to 19 days of paid time off, plus 2 mental health days and 10 holidays; prorated for part-time employees.
- Fully paid YMCA membership for the employee and eligible family members.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- Student loan assistance and professional development.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Pet insurance.
- Free wellness app (2MorrowHealth).
- Collaborative, supportive team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
