Discharge Planner, Social Services: Care Transitions Expert

Ridgeview Institute Monroe; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Job summary

Ridgeview Institute Monroe in Monroe, GA is hiring a Discharge Planner – Social Services to support patients' bio-psycho-social needs. The role involves social work functions, crisis intervention, and providing information and referrals to access treatment and home care options.

Collaborate with care teams to develop discharge plans, coordinate with families and outside professionals, and ensure timely communication of progress and required documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related mental health field.
• Minimum 1 year hospital social work experience preferred.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention and family therapy.
• Strong communication with patients, families, and referral sources.
• Capable of coordinating discharge planning and chart reviews.

Responsibilities

• Provide social services, crisis intervention, and short/long-term family therapy.
• Identify patient needs and coordinate with care team for discharge plans.
• Communicate discharge plans with families and outside professionals.
• Assist with medical record documentation and chart audits.
• Inform patients about options based on diagnoses and home care resources.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Family therapy

Discharge planning

Referral coordination

Healthcare documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Ridgeview Institute Monroe in Monroe, GA is hiring a Discharge Planner – Social Services to support patients' bio-psycho-social needs. The role involves social work functions, crisis intervention, and providing information and referrals to access treatment and home care options.

Collaborate with care teams to develop discharge plans, coordinate with families and outside professionals, and ensure timely communication of progress and required documents.