Discharge & Aftercare Navigator

NORTHEAST WASHINGTON ALLIANCE COUNSELING SERVICES; Colville (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTHEAST WASHINGTON ALLIANCE COUNSELING SERVICES is seeking a dedicated Discharge Coordinator to join our Evaluation & Treatment team in Colville, Washington. This critical role includes developing discharge plans and connecting patients with essential resources for successful community integration.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field along with strong communication and organizational skills. This position requires interaction with interdisciplinary teams and oversight of patient transitions to aftercare services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field required.
• Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential required (or ability to obtain).
• Two years of behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate comprehensive discharge and aftercare plans.
• Facilitate referrals to community resources and treatment providers.
• Coordinate care transitions with healthcare and social service partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field

Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential

Job description

New Alliance Counseling Services is seeking a dedicated Discharge Coordinator to join our Evaluation & Treatment (E&T) team in Colville, Washington. The E&T facility provides 24/7 inpatient psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment services for individuals experiencing acute behavioral health crises.

The Discharge Coordinator plays a critical role in helping patients successfully transition from inpatient care to community-based services. This position develops and coordinates individualized discharge plans, collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment teams, connects patients with housing, medical, behavioral health, and social service resources, and provides post-discharge follow-up to support recovery and reduce rehospitalization.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Develop and coordinate comprehensive discharge and aftercare plans.
• Facilitate referrals to community resources and treatment providers.
• Coordinate care transitions with healthcare and social service partners.
• Monitor patient engagement with aftercare services following discharge.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic health records.
• Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, and community providers.
  
  

**Qualifications**

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• [ ]{times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""}Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor credential required (or ability to obtain).
• [ ]{times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""}Two years of behavioral health experience preferred.
• [ ]{times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""}Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• [ ]{times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""}Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and satisfactory driving record.
• [ ]{times="" new="" roman",="" times,="" serif"=""}Successful criminal background check required.
  
  

For more information/application please contact Roberta Brozik or Shanea Giroux at:

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509-684-7593

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