Discharge Coordinator, Behavioral Health

Columbus Springs; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Life, disability & PTO

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Columbus Springs Dublin is seeking a Discharge Coordinator to coordinate post-discharge medical and psychosocial needs, and to support patients and families through transition. You will work with physicians, nursing staff, and therapists to schedule aftercare, maintain community resources, and draft discharge summaries, ensuring continuity of care across the Lifepoint Health network.

Columbus Springs Dublin, part of Lifepoint Health, values compassionate care and collaboration to improve patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent.
• Experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills required.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide aftercare coordination for patients requiring ongoing medical or psychosocial support post-discharge.
• Create and maintain updated community resource listings for aftercare services.
• Actively participate in the treatment planning process by scheduling aftercare appointments identified by the patient's provider and therapist.
• Provide patients and families with resources related to future care needs.
• Communicate proactively with clients, families, aftercare providers, and referral sources.
• Draft comprehensive discharge summaries and contracts for each assigned patient.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review, and nursing staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

CPR Certification

De-escalation training

Experience with psychiatric & chemical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Counseling

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Columbus Springs Dublin is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a

Full-time, Monday-Friday

Your Experience Matters

Columbus Springs Dublin is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a

As a Discharge Coordinator joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Discharge Coordinator Who Excels In This Role

• Provide aftercare coordination for patients requiring ongoing medical or psychosocial support post-discharge.
• Create and maintain updated community resource listings for aftercare services.
• Actively participate in the treatment planning process by scheduling aftercare appointments identified by the patient's provider and therapist.
• Provide patients and families with resources related to future care needs.
• Communicate proactively with clients, families, aftercare providers, and referral sources.
• Draft comprehensive discharge summaries and contracts for each assigned patient.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team including physicians, utilization review, and nursing staff.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or equivalent. Experience may be substituted for education. Additional requirements include:

• Prior experience with psychiatric and chemical dependency patients preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills required
• CPR and de-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire

More About Columbus Springs Dublin

Columbus Springs Dublin is a 72-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Dublin community for over 10 years. We are proud to be Accredited by The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

"Columbus Springs Dublin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Columbus Springs Dublin is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.