Social Worker Discharge Planner

Landmark Management Services of Florida, LLC•Columbia, MO

2d•$29 - $38

About The Position

The Discharge Planner provides discharge planning and coordination for a group of patients in support of the social work and case management departments. The position works directly with patients, families, and referral and community resources to address financial, clinical, psychosocial, logistical, and other needs or barriers related to discharge. It also supports communication with external agencies to provide referrals and facilitate a smooth transition from the LTACH acute hospital to the post-hospital setting. The Discharge Planner works closely with admissions coordinators, RN Case Managers, and clinical teams to refine discharge plans and options. The role involves a variety of care-coordination tasks and requires creativity and initiative to meet patients' unique needs in an appropriate, timely, and cost-effective manner. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and goal-oriented, with strong analytical, critical-thinking, and time-management skills; a positive and empathetic personality; and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a complex care environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a professional attitude when handling challenging cases, are vital.

Requirements

A two-year associate degree in a health-related field, a bachelor's degree (Social Work preferred), or a clinical license such as LPN, RN, RT, PT, OT, or similar.
At least 1 year of experience with patient care and interaction, preferably in an LTACH or acute care hospital setting.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships.
Strong computer skills are preferred.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a complex care environment.
Positive, empathetic personality and a professional attitude when faced with challenging cases.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Social Work.
Experience in an LTACH or acute care hospital setting.
Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

Provide discharge planning and coordination for a group of patients in support of the social work and case management departments.
Work with patients, families, and referral and community resources to address needs and barriers related to discharge.
Support communication with external agencies and provide referrals.
Help ensure a smooth transition from the LTACH acute hospital to the post-hospital setting.
Collaborate with admissions coordinators, RN Case Managers, and clinical teams to refine discharge plans and options.
Coordinate care in a manner that meets patients' unique needs appropriately, promptly, and cost-effectively.