Early Discharge Coordinator

Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust; Stockport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking compassionate Early Discharge Coordinators to enhance patient support and facilitate smooth discharges. This role is crucial for providing high-quality care alternatives to hospital admissions. Candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring person-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Ideal applicants will have a background in mental health practice and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to improving the lives of individuals experiencing acute mental health crises and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Access to Continuing Professional Development

Participation in improvement and research activities

Health and Wellbeing programs

Staff discounts across retail, leisure, and travel

Qualifications

• Experience as a qualified mental health practitioner required.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient discharges and participate in ward rounds.
• Work with assessment teams to improve care and support.

Skills

Mental Health Practice

Leadership Skills

Patient Coordination

Person-Centered Care

Education

Nursing Degree

Occupational Therapy Degree

Social Work Degree

Job description

Job Opportunity: Early Discharge Coordinator

Due to expansion within the Stockport Home Treatment Team, we are excited to offer 2 full-time positions for Early Discharge Coordinators.

Main Base: Stepping Hill Hospital.

Open to: Nurses, Occupational Therapists, or Social Workers.

The Stockport Home Treatment Team is a multidisciplinary team including a Consultant Psychiatrist, junior doctors, Team Manager, Deputy Manager, Psychologist, NMPs, Lead Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Social Workers, Support Workers, Pharmacy Technician, and Administrative staff.

We are piloting a new role within the team to enhance support on acute wards and facilitate early discharge to the Home Treatment Team. The postholder will collaborate closely with both the Home Treatment Team and acute wards to ensure smooth patient discharges.

This well-established team provides high-quality assessment and home treatment services as alternatives to hospital admission for individuals experiencing acute mental health crises. We are aligning our services with the Fidelity model for Crisis services.

The role involves participation in ward rounds, coordinating patient discharges, and working with assessment teams to improve care. We seek compassionate, engaging individuals who prioritize person-centered care, respect, and dignity, and who can work effectively under pressure in a diverse, fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have experience as a qualified mental health practitioner and demonstrate strong leadership skills.

About Us

We provide high-quality mental health and learning disability services across five Greater Manchester boroughs: Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, Tameside, and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier, more hopeful life for our communities, and we are committed to delivering excellent care.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of mental illness or as carers.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave for Agenda for Change and Medical/Dental staff
• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to Continuing Professional Development
• Participation in improvement and research activities
• Health and Wellbeing programs and staff support services
• Staff discounts across retail, leisure, and travel

Contact

For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact:

Name: Emma Tong
Job Title: Team Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]