Behavioral Health Discharge Planner - Pool, Dunedin

Baycare; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare’s Mease Dunedin- Behavioral Health unit in Dunedin, FL, is seeking a Discharge Planner Pool to join a compassionate team. This hourly pool role supports adults and children in acute behavioral health settings, coordinating discharge, resources, and transition planning.

The role requires BLS, at least 1 year in Behavioral Health (2 years for Child/Adolescent with SIPP), and a related Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred). Travel may be required; background screening applies.

Qualifications

• Requires BLS certification.
• 1 year Behavioral Health experience; 2 years in Child/Adolescent (SIPP) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Counseling/Health Education/Related Field; Master's in Human Services preferred.
• Experience with discharge planning and community resource linkage.
• Travel may be required.
• Level II background screening as part of AHCA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient needs and coordinates discharge plans in acute behavioral health care.
• Links patients to community resources and facilities for post-discharge care.
• Oversees legal status considerations under Baker Act regulations.
• Acts as an active member of the treatment team and documents care plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Discharge planning

Behavioral Health

Care coordination

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counseling/Health Education/Related Field

Master's in Human Services (Preferred)

Job description

BayCare’s Mease Dunedin- Behavioral Health unit in Dunedin, FL, is seeking a Discharge Planner Pool to join a compassionate team. This hourly pool role supports adults and children in acute behavioral health settings, coordinating discharge, resources, and transition planning.

The role requires BLS, at least 1 year in Behavioral Health (2 years for Child/Adolescent with SIPP), and a related Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred). Travel may be required; background screening applies.