Discharge Planner

Discharge Planner Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury REBUILDING BODY, MIND & SPIRIT We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Discharge Planner to join our team at Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury. Our 39-acre campus in Mid-Hudson Valley offers a unique and supportive environment for individuals with cognitive, physical, and social barriers. Job Summary As a Discharge Planner, you will be responsible for assessing psychosocial needs, providing counseling, and facilitating comprehensive care plans to ensure successful community re-entry for our residents. Your exceptional communication and organizational skills will enable you to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams, residents, families, and designated representatives. Responsibilities Assess psychosocial needs, adjustment to illness, and community re-entry barriers by completing comprehensive admission intake/psychosocial assessments, trauma-informed assessments, and comprehensive care plans per policy Provide individual, group, and family counseling Facilitate comprehensive care plans with interdisciplinary teams, resident neighbors, families, and designated representatives Explore discharge planning/community options, including TBI waiver, NHTD waiver, OPWDD waivers, and traditional discharge services Maintain open lines of communication with designated representatives and legal guardians Interface with in-house OASIS program, connections with the justice system, and maintain open lines of communication with all disciplines Complete entitlements/benefits and participate in Performance Improvement activities Requirements Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree or Bachelor degree in a related field with one year experience in social work or case management Professional attire and clinical communication skills Experience with office technologies, computers, word processing, and software programs Good organizational skills, pleasant and professional telephone persona, and ability to communicate well with department staff Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Ability to make independent decisions, possess patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm Compensation $25 - $30 hourly rate commensurate with experience Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage available Competitive salaries 401K with employer contribution Generous Paid Time Off Weekly/Daily Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr