Behavioral Health Discharge & Care Planner

Kids for the Future; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 19 days per year

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending for medical/dental/…

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Oceanside, CA is seeking a Discharge Planner for an on-site, full-time role. You will assess discharge needs, coordinate planning, and collaborate with the treatment team to meet discharge goals.

The position requires a 4-year degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling, CPR/First Aid certification, and at least four years in behavioral health. Benefits include PTO, PSLF access, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification required and must be current throughout employment
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a behavioral health field
• Extensive knowledge of San Diego resources for individuals with mental illness, substance use issues, and homelessness preferred
• Ability to maintain calm demeanor in crisis situations is essential
• This program is housed in a two-story building that does not have an elevator. Ability to navigate stairs is required
• Must be able to pass criminal/background clearance

Responsibilities

• Assess discharge needs of each person served and coordinate discharge planning activities to ensure continuing care supports are in place as needed
• Collaborate with the treatment team to meet discharge goals
• Assist with initial screening and sign in process to the program as well as provide crisis intervention, discharge planning groups and outreach activities to residents at the program on an as needed basis
• Represent the program/CRF within the community by developing linkages and relationships with other services providers
• Educate clients regarding supports and resources available

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Crisis intervention

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling

Job description

Kids for the Future in Oceanside, CA is seeking a Discharge Planner for an on-site, full-time role. You will assess discharge needs, coordinate planning, and collaborate with the treatment team to meet discharge goals.

The position requires a 4-year degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling, CPR/First Aid certification, and at least four years in behavioral health. Benefits include PTO, PSLF access, and comprehensive health coverage.