DISCHARGE PLANNER

Responsibilities Are you looking for a job that is fast paced that allows you to work on a team but also allows you to work independently? This may be the job for you! Valley Hospital Phoenix is seeking a dynamic and talented Discharge Planner to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals. The Discharge Planner works in our Clinical Services department along with Inpatient Therapists. Location: 3550 East Pinchot Avenue, Phoenix, AZ Schedule: Per Diem OPPORTUNITY - Varies Website: Duties and Responsibilities The Discharge Planner will assist the clinical team with coordination of care and discharge planning. Responsible for having a thorough understanding of the patient’s treatment through communication with the treatment team. Advocate for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings, communication with outpatient teams and referrals. Meet with patients daily, be responsible for completing referrals, SMI evaluations, staffing’s, and coordinating with outpatient providers. Assist the team to ensure that the patient has a safe discharge placement, medication, and outpatient providers. Discharge Planners will verify safety within the home or place of discharge. Discharge Planners will have knowledge of outpatient behavioral health treatment interventions, substance abuse rehabilitation, referral process for SMI services-Seriously Mentally Ill and the process of referral to ALTCS-Arizona Long Term Care, Guardianship and another other form of advocacy needed to provide excellent patient care. The Discharge Planner will provide patient education by facilitating psycho-education groups. Benefit Highlights Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Tuition savings to continue your education with Chamberlain University May be required to work overtime and flexible hours. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or related degree A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a healthcare setting or managed care company, with experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and/or case management. Preferred Qualifications L.M.S.W., LAC, LIASC, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, or other healthcare – related licensure Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or related degree EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Universal Hospital Services Inc.