Discharge & Aftercare Coordinator

Summit BHC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit BHC's Mountain Laurel Recovery Center is seeking a Discharge Planner to develop post-discharge plans and coordinate aftercare across providers, ensuring seamless transitions for clients after treatment. The role emphasizes initiating discharge at admission, organizing resource referrals, and maintaining thorough documentation.

The position is on-site at the Mountain Laurel Recovery Center, with duties including arranging aftercare, communicating with clinicians, and supporting ongoing

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor-level degrees preferred in related fields.
• Experience in clinical settings and discharge planning is preferred.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training are required or preferred per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop continuing aftercare plan based on client needs to promote long-term health.
• Make arrangements for community resources to facilitate discharge and ensure documentation is shared with providers.
• Act as liaison between referral sources, clients and counselors to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure discharge planning begins at admission and is documented clearly and timely.
• Schedule aftercare appointments with PCPs, psychiatrists, and other providers as needed.

Skills

De-escalation training

Discharge planning coordination

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in nursing or human services

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services

Tools

First aid

CPR certification

Job description

Summit BHC's Mountain Laurel Recovery Center is seeking a Discharge Planner to develop post-discharge plans and coordinate aftercare across providers, ensuring seamless transitions for clients after treatment. The role emphasizes initiating discharge at admission, organizing resource referrals, and maintaining thorough documentation.

The position is on-site at the Mountain Laurel Recovery Center, with duties including arranging aftercare, communicating with clinicians, and supporting ongoing