Discharge Planner: MAT & Community Care Coordinator

Wellpath; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 46,537 - 51,708; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition assistance

EAP & counseling

Life insurance

HSA

Wellness program

Banking discounts

Job summary

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions in Indianapolis is seeking a MAT Discharge Planner to provide individual and group treatment for identified MAT patients scheduled for release, coordinating discharge planning with facility staff and community resources.

This role emphasizes effective communication, transition planning, and documentation in the health record. Candidates should hold a Master’s in social work and have experience in transition planning and licensure eligibility.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience developing successful transition plans involving community resources for persons with mental illness.
• Must also have experience in social work case management in a mental health agency for mentally ill population.
• Must maintain CPR certification, and any other certifications required by contract.
• Must be eligible for LMHC or LICSW licensure, and be eligible for CADC or LADC certification/licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group treatment for identified MAT patients scheduled to release into the community, while also responsible for discharge planning in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Maintain relationships with community agencies for individuals with mental illness or serious medical conditions, and facilitate applications of eligibility for financial assistance.
• Coordinate medication and medical needs upon release, including potential residential placement, and assist inmates in making appointments with mental health agencies.
• Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with appropriate Unit Team Staff and Institutional Parole Officers, documenting all services provided to the inmate in the health record.
• Attend meetings relevant to release planning as directed by the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Mental Health Director, and comply with employee standards of the Facility.

Skills

Transition planning

Case management

Community resources coordination

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Job description

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions in Indianapolis is seeking a MAT Discharge Planner to provide individual and group treatment for identified MAT patients scheduled for release, coordinating discharge planning with facility staff and community resources.

This role emphasizes effective communication, transition planning, and documentation in the health record. Candidates should hold a Master’s in social work and have experience in transition planning and licensure eligibility.