Behavioral Health Discharge & Care Coordinator

UVA Community Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends or holidays

Job summary

UVA Community Health is seeking a BH Care Specialist to support discharge planning and coordination across the care team. The role emphasizes safe, patient-centered transitions and education for patients and families.

The Care Specialist collaborates with behavioral health professionals to ensure high-quality care, adherence to policies, and compassionate outcomes for diverse patient populations. This full-time role follows a Mon-Fri schedule with no weekend or holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience preferred.
• NVCI certification within three months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate complex discharge plans with patient and care team.
• Educate patients and families as part of discharge process.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure safe care transitions.
• Uphold UVA mission, values, and patient-centered care.

Skills

Computer skills

Discharge planning

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work/Human Services

Job description

UVA Community Health is seeking a BH Care Specialist to support discharge planning and coordination across the care team. The role emphasizes safe, patient-centered transitions and education for patients and families.

The Care Specialist collaborates with behavioral health professionals to ensure high-quality care, adherence to policies, and compassionate outcomes for diverse patient populations. This full-time role follows a Mon-Fri schedule with no weekend or holiday shifts.