Lead Community Liaison, Mental Health & Discharge

Mount Rogers; Marion (VA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mount Rogers Community Services is seeking a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Liaison to provide discharge planning and care coordination for individuals in state or private psychiatric and detox facilities.

The role requires strong communication, DSM-V knowledge, and experience in inpatient settings, with supervisory experience preferred and Virginia driver's license may be required.

Formación

• Master's degree in a human services field preferred with 1+ year of mental health experience.
• Will consider Master’s in another counseling field with 1+ year in community health.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License and a safe driving record may be required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and confidentiality adherence.
• Preferred experience with psychiatric inpatient facilities and discharge planning.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate discharge planning with hospital staff and treatment teams.
• Act as liaison between state facilities, families, individuals and MRCS.
• Maintain records and data per regulatory standards in the electronic health record.
• Attend meetings such as regional utilization management and treatment team meetings.
• Develop Discharge Assistance Plans (DAP) as assigned.
• Coordinate aftercare appointments and transportation with DBHDS staff.
• Provide case management to individuals receiving inpatient psychiatric treatment.

Conocimientos

Communication

Discharge planning

Case management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

DSM-V knowledge

Oral and written communication

Supervisory experience

Educación

Master's degree in human services

Master’s in counseling field considered

Descripción del empleo

Mount Rogers Community Services is seeking a Mental Health and Substance Abuse Liaison to provide discharge planning and care coordination for individuals in state or private psychiatric and detox facilities.

The role requires strong communication, DSM-V knowledge, and experience in inpatient settings, with supervisory experience preferred and Virginia driver's license may be required.