Discharge Planner - Mental Health 266

Main Template; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Free CEUs and supervision

Tuition Discount

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401K

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

Telecare in Olympia, WA is seeking a Discharge Planner to provide discharge planning services to members and families, coordinating with multiple agencies and services to ensure effective transitions.

You will collaborate with the Conservator’s Office, eligibility workers, Public Defender, Public Guardian, Court Services and County Mental Health Services, bringing two years of social work or related experience and current CPR/CPI/First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in Social Work, Nursing, or related field.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• CPR, CPI, and First Aid certifications required or within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning services for members and families.
• Collaborate with Conservator’s Office, eligibility workers, Public Defender, Public Guardian, Court Services, and mental health systems of care.
• Engage with County Mental Health Services and related entities to ensure smooth transitions.

Skills

Social Work experience

CPR certification

CPI certification

First Aid certification

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

Job description

Olympia, WA - Olympia Next Steps
Olympia, WA 98506, USA

Description

“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

The Discharge Planner provides discharge planning services to members served and their families. This involves coordinating and collaborating with other services and agencies such as the Conservator’s Office, eligibility workers, Public Defender, Public Guardian, Court Services, Third Party Utilization Review Departments, and multiple County Mental Health Services system of care entities.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Days: Monday - Friday

Expected starting wage range is $22.97 - $28.38.The full wage range goes up to $33.80.Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• Two (2) years of professional experience in Social Work, Nursing or a related field
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
• All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver’s license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.
• Valid and current driver’s license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
• Willingness to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.

What’s In It For You*

• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) earn PTO each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with pro-rated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship
• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.

Olympia Next Steps is a long-term civil commitment acute 10-bed Evaluation & Treatment Center that will provide services to individuals experiencing severe psychiatric symptoms and can benefit from more structured services, supports in a secure setting. The program will provide recovery-focused services for the residents and provide a local alternative to long-term state hospital commitment. Residents are able to remain close to their family, friends, and community. Telecare programs transform lives, generate measurable outcomes, and reduce financial costs. Services are designed to respond to local needs function as a strategic, accountable, and experienced partner within systems of care.

EOE AA M/F/V/Disability

*May vary by location and position type

Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.

If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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