Discharge Planner

About the Role

This position will provide proper record maintenance and appropriate quality care of clients. Will also ensure transition/discharge plan for clients are appropriate and follows rules established by AHCA, SAMH, CARF, Private Insurance and PPBH policy and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interviewing clients in various settings to obtain information concerning family, emotional, medical, and substance abuse history or other pertinent information. Detail oriented in completing the psychosocial assessments.
• Discusses the goals and implementation of treatment plans, progress toward goals and develop an appropriate transition plan upon admission.
• Provide family sessions per protocol.
• Provide scheduled group therapy and when needed, individual therapy.
• Responsible for proper placement and appointments required prior to discharge.
• Formulates appropriate diagnosis, in terms of the current edition of the DSM and ICD, based on pertinent available information.
• Consults with medical doctors and/or treatment team members concerning treatment goals and objectives.
• Completes all required paperwork and maintenance of client files according to all applicable regulatory standards.
• Performs duties as a court liaison.
• Perform other duties as required by Supervisor.

Qualifications, Education and/or Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's in Psychology or Mental Health Related field.
• Two (2) years' experience in the mental health field.
• COMPUTER SKILLS: Must have Intermediate to advanced experience in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the use of personal computers, and standard office productivity software.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Requirements

• A valid Class E Drivers' License for positions that require driving personal or Agency vehicle on Agency business.
• Must maintain a minimum Bodily Injury & Property Liability insurance limit of at least $50,000 for positions that require driving personal own vehicle (POV) on Agency business. (Proof Required)
• PPBH is a 24/7 Agency. All employees must be available as needed when required.