Discharge & Care Coordination Specialist

BestCare; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BestCare in Redmond, OR, seeks a Discharge Coordinator to support clients through discharge planning, care coordination, resource navigation and transitions of care. You will work with the treatment team to address barriers and ensure continuity of care, aiming for positive client outcomes.

The role requires at least 3 years in behavioral health, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Oregon driver's license. A bilingual English/Spanish ability is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• For individuals in recovery from SUD, must have maintained continuous recovery for the previous two years at the time of hire.
• Minimum three (3) years of behavioral health experience required.
• Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Must be insurable under BestCare's auto liability policy.
• Must have reliable transportation with adequate insurance coverage.
• Must have a Certification as an OHP Insurance Asister or the ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate client discharge planning needs.
• Develop individualized discharge and continuing care plans.
• Coordinate referrals and transitions to appropriate treatment and support services.
• Schedule and coordinate follow-up appointments prior to discharge.
• Coordinate transportation and travel arrangements supporting transitions of care.
• Coordinate warm handoffs with receiving providers.
• Communicate transition and discharge information to receiving providers.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case review meetings.
• Track referrals, appointments, discharge arrangements, and transition outcomes.

Skills

Discharge planning

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in behavioral health

Job description

BestCare in Redmond, OR, seeks a Discharge Coordinator to support clients through discharge planning, care coordination, resource navigation and transitions of care. You will work with the treatment team to address barriers and ensure continuity of care, aiming for positive client outcomes.

The role requires at least 3 years in behavioral health, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid Oregon driver's license. A bilingual English/Spanish ability is preferred.