Discharge Planner

Responsibilities

Position Summary: The Discharge Planner is responsible for providing direct and indirect client care; providing psychotherapeutic services to clients and families; serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team supporting the facility's treatment program and philosophy; serves as the primary liaison between the facility and outside agencies for discharge planning, abuse reporting, and continuum of care functions.

Qualifications

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities % Of Time

1. Coordinates discharge planning and processes to facilitate continuity of care; creates clinical packets, completes applications, and faxes materials to referral sources in a timely manner. 20%

2. Communicates with referral and outpatient providers weekly regarding new referrals; ensures the facility and receiving providers exchange necessary clinical materials. 15%

3. Documents case management contacts, discharge efforts, and appointments in progress notes and electronic documentation systems no later than 24 hours after contact. 15%

4. Participates in treatment teams and multi-agency meetings to update staff on referral statuses, coordinate care, and facilitate smooth client discharges. 15%

5. Collaborates closely with the Utilization Review (UR) team to establish and coordinate prior authorization, travel logistics, and insurance applications. 10%

6. Coordinates travel arrangements and discharge appointments; actively communicates travel info and schedules to therapists, families, and guardians. 10%

7. Maintains a shared, updated server folder tracking the status of faxes, applications, and general discharge planning milestones. 5%

8. Participates in community and facility activities as requested by leadership to build sustainable relationships with external healthcare providers. 5%

9. Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position. 5%