Discharge Planner

Discharge Planner Opportunity

This full-time opportunity offers 40 hours per week, full benefits, and a day shift schedule providing care. The Discharge Planner is responsible for planning and coordinating activities related to discharge planning. Developing and implementing a plan of care designed to meet the patient's post hospitalization needs while ensuring continuity of care.

Granite Hills Hospital is a newer resource for Behavioral Health in Wisconsin that offers high-quality, patient centered care for the greater Milwaukee community. With a wide range of treatment for children, adolescents, adults and older adults, our mission is to provide much needed outcome-focused care for those who need it most. Our recently opened 120-bed facility features evidence-based treatment modalities and a multi-disciplinary team led by expert medical professionals.

Total rewards for our therapists include: challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan, 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement program, and career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.

Qualifications: Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university, in social work or a clinical related mental health field preferred. Experience: Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a psychiatric health care facility with direct experience in discharge planning. Additional requirements: Crisis Prevention Certification Trainings (Handle with Care) within 30 days of employment and prior to assisting with a restraining procedure. Certification training is offered during new hire orientation.