Assistant Discharge Planner

Hebrew Center for Health & Rehabilitation; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew Center for Health & Rehabilitation in West Hartford, CT, is seeking an Assistant Discharge Planner to guide prospective residents and families through admissions. You will coordinate paperwork, explain services, and liaise with hospitals and community agencies to ensure smooth transitions into the community.

The role emphasizes empathy, strong communication, and teamwork to support residents and families with confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years related experience in long-term care.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing the admission process within a nursing facility
• Empathy for the needs of individuals and families during the transition process
• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged with the ability to work with both
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between prospective residents, families, and the facility
• Identify and develop referral sources
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals and community agencies
• Generate public relations and marketing opportunities
• Coordinate and facilitate the admissions process, including paperwork and assessments
• Conduct pre-admission screenings and assessments
• Explain facility services, policies, and procedures to prospective residents and families
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure proper care planning and coordination
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to admissions

Skills

Experience in long-term care

Regulatory knowledge

Empathy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Team player

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Hebrew is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates and one of the finest centers in the state of CT. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location: 1 Abrahms Boulevard, West Hartford, Connecticut, 06117

What You'll Do:

As an Assistant Discharge Planner, you will be the first point of contact for individuals and families considering admission to our facility. Your role involves guiding them through the admission process, addressing their concerns, and ensuring a smooth transition into our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between prospective residents, families, and the facility
• Identify and develop referral sources
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with area hospitals and community agencies
• Generate public relations and marketing opportunities
• Coordinate and facilitate the admissions process, including paperwork and assessments
• Conduct pre-admission screenings and assessments
• Explain facility services, policies, and procedures to prospective residents and families
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure proper care planning and coordination
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to admissions

Help individuals and families transition to our care community in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Hebrew team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $18.50 - USD $23.00 /Hr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of an Assistant Discharge Planner include:

• 3-5 years related experience in long-term care
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing the admission process within a nursing facility
• Empathy for the needs of individuals and families during the transition process
• Excellent presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in a healthcare setting
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.