Population Health Manager - Inpatient Discharge Planning Team

Trillium NC; Myrtle Point (OR); Remote; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Population Health Manager for their Inpatient Discharge Planning Team. This remote role in North Carolina requires a Master's degree in a human services field and relevant licensure. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, monitoring activities, and ensuring effective discharge planning. Competitive benefits include health insurance, work-from-home options, and generous PTO.

Benefits

Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage

401k with 5% employer match

24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must have three years of experience with the BH/MH/SU/IDD population.
• Must have valid driver's license and reside in North Carolina.
• Supervision of two or more employees in mental health services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the activities of the Inpatient Discharge Planning Team.
• Conduct new employee orientation and trainings.
• Analyze hospital data and communicate barriers to discharge.

Skills

Experience with BH/MH/SU/IDD population

Clinical supervision skills

Data analysis capabilities

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in a human services field

Licensure in North Carolina (LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCAS, or LPA)

Job description

Overview

Pay Plan Title: Unit Manager

Working Title: Population Health Manager - Inpatient Discharge Planning Team

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Salary Range: $70,338 - $86,569

Office Location: Remote within North Carolina.

Posting Details:

Make an Impact

Trillium Health Resources is a Tailored Plan and Managed Care Organization (MCO) serving 46 counties across North Carolina. We manage services for individuals with serious mental health needs, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and intellectual/developmental (IDD) disabilities. Our mission is to help individuals and families build strong foundations for healthy, fulfilling lives.

Why Work for Us?

Trillium believes that empowering others begins with supporting our team. We offer our employees:

• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Competitive benefits and work-from-home options for most positions
• Opportunities for professional growth in a diverse inclusive culture

Every day, our work changes lives – from children thriving through early intervention and school-based therapies, to adults with severe mental illness living independently and contributing to their communities.

If you are looking for a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of others, apply today!

What We’re Looking For

Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for a Population Health Manager - Inpatient Discharge Planning Team to join our team! The Population Health Manager - Inpatient Discharge Planning Team is responsible for providing administrative oversight and clinical supervision to the Inpatient Discharge Planning Team, a cross functional team of staff who perform tasks as liaison between Trillium and the local community hospitals and providers. The Population Health Manager - Inpatient Discharge Planning Team will be available to perform clinical triage, lead on emergency or crisis calls/contacts or provide guidance and support when needed or requested.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee the activities of the Inpatient Discharge Planning Team to ensure member and stakeholder needs are addressed appropriately, expeditiously and in a courteous manner.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, conduct new employee orientation, and trainings.
• Review and analyze hospital data to identify barriers to discharge and communicate barriers appropriately.
• Review program data to ensure performance measures and benchmarks are consistently met.
• Communicate and disseminate pertinent information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Review, revise or develop procedures, processes, protocols, workflows and training material.

Employee Benefits

Trillium knows that work/life balance is essential. That’s why we offer:

• Typical working hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• Work-from-home options available for most positions
• Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 paid holidays in your first year
• NC Local Government Retirement Pension (defined-benefit plan) local-governmental-employees-retirement-system-lgers-handbook
• 401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
• Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in a human services field and three (3) years of experience with the BH/MH/SU/IDD population; OR Equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Fully licensed in the state of North Carolina as LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, LCAS, or LPA.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must reside within North Carolina.
• Must be able to travel within catchment as required.

Preferred:

• Supervision of two (2) or more employees that provide MH/SU and/or IDD services.
• Experience working with acute care discharge planning and/or utilization management including mental health and physical health care needs.
• Experience coordinating physical healthcare needs.

Deadline for Application

September 30, 2025 @11:59pm

How to Apply

To be considered, submit your application and resume through our ADP Career Center. Your resume must include:

• Employer name, dates of service (month/year), average hours worked per week, and essential job duties
• Education details (degree type, date awarded, institution, field of study)
• Licensure/certification information, if applicable

After submission, your resume will be reviewed to ensure it meets the essential criteria for the position. You’ll be notified by HR regarding your application status as appropriate. All applicants will receive a final update once the recruitment cycle closes.

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Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

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