Behavioral Health Discharge Coordinator | Care Continuity

Memorial Physician Practices; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and paid time off

Education assistance & loan support

401(k) retirement plan with match

Job summary

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital in Holyoke, MA, seeks a Discharge Coordinator to manage aftercare coordination, treatment planning support, and communication with patients, families and providers after discharge. This role supports crisis intervention and works within an interdisciplinary behavioral health team.

The position emphasizes thorough documentation, HIPAA compliance, and knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling or equivalent required.
• CPR and de-escalation certifications required or obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide aftercare coordination for patients requiring ongoing medical or psychosocial support post-discharge.
• Create and maintain updated community resource listings for aftercare services.
• Schedule aftercare appointments identified by the patient’s provider and therapist.
• Draft discharge summaries and contracts for assigned patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, utilization review, and nursing staff to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Discharge planning

Aftercare coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or counseling

CPR and de-escalation certification

Job description

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital in Holyoke, MA, seeks a Discharge Coordinator to manage aftercare coordination, treatment planning support, and communication with patients, families and providers after discharge. This role supports crisis intervention and works within an interdisciplinary behavioral health team.

The position emphasizes thorough documentation, HIPAA compliance, and knowledge of regulatory requirements.