Discharge & Care Coordination Specialist

Hugh Chatham Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a licensed clinical social worker or LCPC for discharge planning in Behavioral Health Services at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital’s Child/Adolescent program.

The role emphasizes family education, benefits explanations, authorization management, and cross‑disciplinary coordination to ensure timely, quality care. This full‑time, on-site position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• IL LCSW or LCPC license is required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification required.
• Master's Degree in Social Work or in Psychology/Counseling.
• Typically 3 years of behavioral health in managed care settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates discharge planning and uses specialty services as needed.
• Explains estimated benefits and assists with financial options.
• Obtains pre-authorization and conducts ongoing payor reviews.
• Initiates denial/appeal processes and records communications.
• Leads and coordinates treatment team meetings and updates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Independent worker

Education

MSW

Psychology/Counseling MS

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a licensed clinical social worker or LCPC for discharge planning in Behavioral Health Services at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital’s Child/Adolescent program.

The role emphasizes family education, benefits explanations, authorization management, and cross‑disciplinary coordination to ensure timely, quality care. This full‑time, on-site position offers a comprehensive benefits package.