Discharge Planner

4 weeks ago

Gainesville, Florida, United States Wellpath Full time
Make a Difference in the Lives of the Underserved

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Discharge Planner to join our team at Wellpath. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth transition for patients from our facility to their respective communities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and conduct discharge planning for patients with severe and persistent mental illness, adult persons with disabilities/intellectual disabilities, or serious medical illness, in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies providing services to individuals with mental illness or serious medical conditions and facilitate applications for financial assistance.
  • Identify release-planning needs of patients and provide a Life Skills Program to enhance patient coping skills and support upon release.
  • Coordinate medication and medical needs, residential placement options, and assist patients in making appointments with mental health agencies for continuation of services.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Previous experience in developing successful transition plans involving community resources for persons with mental illness.
  • Experience in social work case management in a mental health agency for mentally ill populations.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

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