Discharge Planner - Addiction Care & Aftercare

Pinnacle Treatment Brand; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 days PTO

401k with company match

Company sponsored ongoing training and

Full comprehensive benefits package (m

STAR LRP

Tuition assistance through Capella

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is seeking a Discharge Planner to initiate and coordinate discharge planning with the treatment team and referral sources. You will schedule aftercare and ensure seamless transitions at each level of care.

The role demands 3–5 years in clinical case management/discharge planning, strong communication, and collaboration with community resources to support patients' transition and housing stability post-discharge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; applicable experience may substitute.
• 3–5 years clinical case management/discharge planning experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely discharge planning from the facility, coordinating with Utilization Review to maximize reimbursement.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources and community agencies for discharge transitions.
• Maintain a current list of referral sources and contact information.
• Deliver written discharge plans to patients and families with appropriate placement recommendations.
• Assess patients' financial resources and insurance benefits for discharge options.
• Document discharge plans in the EHR and complete final notes within two days.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team and clinical department.
• Ensure housing stability is addressed in the discharge plan.
• Provide excellent internal/external customer service and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Attend meetings and complete training, supporting program operations as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Discharge planning

Case management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Records)

Referral coordination software

Job description

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is seeking a Discharge Planner to initiate and coordinate discharge planning with the treatment team and referral sources. You will schedule aftercare and ensure seamless transitions at each level of care.

The role demands 3–5 years in clinical case management/discharge planning, strong communication, and collaboration with community resources to support patients' transition and housing stability post-discharge.