Patient Discharge & Social Services Coordinator

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

DailyPay

Pet insurance discount

Job summary

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support discharge planning under the Social Services Director. You will conduct initial assessments and patient interviews, coordinating with case management to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to next care.

The role involves helping patients and families understand Medicare/Medicaid options and financial assistance programs, and ensuring transportation and documentation are organized.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Social Work license preferred, not required.
• Experience in long term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Complete the initial Social Service Assessment and the initial patient interview profile to begin discharge planning upon admission
• Provide information to family and/or patients/residents relating to Medicare, Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the patient/resident
• Work closely with Case Management to coordinate patient discharges

Skills

Discharge planning

Family communication

Care coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Social Services Assistant to support discharge planning under the Social Services Director. You will conduct initial assessments and patient interviews, coordinating with case management to ensure smooth transitions from hospital to next care.

The role involves helping patients and families understand Medicare/Medicaid options and financial assistance programs, and ensuring transportation and documentation are organized.