Discharge Planner: Care Transitions Specialist

Park Place Behavioral Health; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

FMLA Leave

Ongoing Training & Development

Flexible Work Options (Full-time, Part

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Park Place Behavioral Health Care in Kissimmee, FL is hiring a Discharge Planner to maintain client records and oversee transitions in care. You will participate in psychosocial assessments, plan discharge, and coordinate with families and the treatment team to ensure smooth transitions.

The role requires Bachelor’s in psychology or related field and 2+ years in the mental health field, with strong MS Office skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or mental health-related field.
• Two years of experience in the mental health field.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Interview clients to collect information on background and history.
• Discuss treatment goals and develop discharge plans with the team.
• Provide family sessions and group or individual therapy as needed.
• Ensure proper placement and appointments before discharge.
• Document diagnoses and coordinate with medical staff and court liaisons.
• Complete client files and paperwork per regulatory standards.

Skills

Job Knowledge

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Initiative

Customer Service

Attendance

Reliability

Cooperation

Education

Bachelor’s in Psychology or Mental Health Related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Park Place Behavioral Health Care in Kissimmee, FL is hiring a Discharge Planner to maintain client records and oversee transitions in care. You will participate in psychosocial assessments, plan discharge, and coordinate with families and the treatment team to ensure smooth transitions.

The role requires Bachelor’s in psychology or related field and 2+ years in the mental health field, with strong MS Office skills and attention to detail.