Discharge Planner - Behavioral Health Care Coordinator

Acadia Healthcare; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account/Health FSA

401k with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid sick leave & extended sick leave

Job summary

West Pines Behavioral Hospital in Westminster, CO is seeking a discharge planning coordinator to support inpatient and aftercare services. You will develop individualized discharge plans, arrange follow-up therapy, and coordinate with psychiatrists, social workers, and community resources.

The role emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills, experience in discharge planning, and the ability to work with patients and families to ensure smooth transitions.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing or human services required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• One+ year of clinical experience preferred.
• Experience in discharge planning or care coordination preferred.
• Knowledge of community resources and levels of care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop discharge plans to promote relapse prevention and long-term health.
• Set discharge appointments for patients, including therapy with group, psychologist or psychiatrist.
• Coordinate with community resources to facilitate aftercare and provide documentation to providers.
• Act as liaison between referral sources, patients and counselors; ensure timely discharge documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Care management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associates degree in nursing or human services

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services

Job description

West Pines Behavioral Hospital in Westminster, CO is seeking a discharge planning coordinator to support inpatient and aftercare services. You will develop individualized discharge plans, arrange follow-up therapy, and coordinate with psychiatrists, social workers, and community resources.

The role emphasizes strong organizational and communication skills, experience in discharge planning, and the ability to work with patients and families to ensure smooth transitions.