Discharge Planner - Mitchell (8713)

Terros Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Job summary

Terros Health is seeking a Discharge Planner to join our interdisciplinary clinical team in Phoenix. You will coordinate discharge planning for individuals with Serious Mental Illness or General Mental Health diagnoses under Court Ordered Treatment at our Mitchell clinic. The role is full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday, located at 40 E.

Mitchell Dr., Ste. #100, Phoenix, AZ 85012. You will liaise across inpatient and outpatient settings to ensure safe transitions and ongoing community-based

Qualifications

• GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 4 years behavioral health employment experience
• Associates degree in behavioral health + 2 years behavioral health employment experience
• Bachelor's degree (not in behavioral health) + 1 year behavioral health experience
• Bachelor's degree in behavioral health
• Master's degree or higher in behavioral health
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic medical record experience preferred
• Valid AZ Driver License and 4+ years driving experience
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card requirements

Responsibilities

• Review clinical information, identify resources, and help coordinate discharge into the community with follow-up.
• Coordinate inpatient and outpatient activities, including visits, meetings, and service planning.
• Connect Inpatient Level I clients with ongoing outpatient TerrosHealth treatment after discharge.
• Collaborate with hospital staff, outpatient team, families, PCPs, and health plans for smooth transitions.
• Participate in individualized service planning and execute discharge plans.
• Offer coordination of services addressing recovery goals and reduce readmission risk.

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Mitchell - Phoenix, AZ 85012 | Position Type: Full Time | Education Level: High School Diploma/GED | Salary Range: $19.12 - $21.37 Hourly | Travel Percentage: Up to 50% | Job Shift: Day Shift | Job Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work

Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Terros Health and Lifewell have joined forces to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes.

HOPE~HEALTH~HEALING

Seeking a Discharge Planner to join our interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment at our Mitchell clinic.

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week - M-F

Location: 40 E. Mitchell Dr., Ste. #100, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Additional Language Differential Pay Available

Full Benefits Package - including 401K

Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in Year 1)

The Terros Health Discharge Planners serve as a liaison between the inpatient setting and the assigned clinician at the Outpatient site. The Discharge Planner will work with LevelI Inpatient Providers to review presenting clinical information.

Responsibilities

• Review presenting clinical information, identify resources, and help coordinate successful discharge into the community and follow up with the clinical team post discharge.
• Activities will be performed both in inpatient and outpatient settings (i.e., inpatient visits, coordination meetings, service planning).
• Connect individuals receiving Level I inpatient services with ongoing TerrosOutpatient treatment upon discharge.
• The Discharge Planner will work with the clients while in the hospital, hospital unit staff, outpatient team, member family, PCPs, and health plans as clinically indicated to ensure an effective transition.
• Participation in individualized service planning and execution of written discharge plans.
• Offer coordination to an array of services that actively address recovery goals.
• Reduce the risk of readmission to hospital, reduce the utilization of Crisis services and improve the coordination with the PCP and Terros psychiatric provider.

Benefits & Wellness

We invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

Health & Insurance Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families
• Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
• Vision insurance
• Group life and disability insurance
• Pet insurance

Financial Wellness

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Interest‑free medical line of credit
• Financial education, planning, and support resources
• Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
• Bilingual pay differential

Time Away & Work-Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
• Paid Sick Time
• 10 paid holidays annually

Wellness & Family Support

• Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members

Professional Development & Education

• Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:
  • Scholarships
  • Clinical supervision
  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)

Exclusive Employee Perks

• Trip Reduction Program
• Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, with savings on:
  • Gym memberships
  • Car rentals
  • Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more

Join a team that values your well-being, invests in your growth, and supports you every step of the way - at work and at home!

Qualifications

• GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 4years of behavioral health employment experience, or
• An associates degree in the field of behavioral health and 2 years of behavioral health employment experience, or
• A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health employment experience, or
• A bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral health, or
• A master's degree or higher in the field of behavioral health.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred.
• Valid AZ Driver License. Must have valid Arizona driver's license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience, and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.
• Must have a valid unrestricted Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (Level One) or ability to apply for an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card within 7 working days of employment with no disqualifying events.
• Interpersonal skills which allow for professional and positive relationships with co‑workers, members, families, and other community members.
• Good communication skills, evidenced by a non‑judgemental approach, effective listening and positive interactions.
• Must pass a typing test with a minimum speed of 25 WPM.
• Must pass background check, TB test and other pre‑employment screening.