What are the responsibilities and job description for the Discharge Planner - State Hospital (NGRI) position at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board?
Discharge Planner - State Hospital (NGRI)
Annual Salary: $57,119
Work Schedule: M-F 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Help Individuals Successfully Transition Back into the Community
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is seeking a compassionate and organized Discharge Planner to support adults who have been found Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) transitioning from Eastern State Hospital, Central State Hospital, or a local psychiatric hospital into community-based services.
In this role, you will coordinate services, connect individuals with community resources, and work closely with hospitals, families, and service providers to ensure a smooth transition from inpatient care to ongoing community support.
What You'll Do
- Coordinate discharge planning for adults returning to the community from Eastern State Hospital, Central State Hospital, and local psychiatric hospitals.
- Meet with individuals to identify service needs and assist in developing plans for community supports.
- Serve as the primary liaison between hospitals and the Community Services Board.
- Connect individuals with mental health, housing, medical, financial, transportation, and other community resources.
- Coordinate referrals and facilitate access to appropriate services.
- Provide outreach and short-term follow-up to help ensure a successful transition after discharge.
- Assist individuals in navigating available services and overcoming barriers to care.
- Collaborate with families, hospitals, community providers, and internal staff to promote continuity of services.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided.
- Advocate for individuals to ensure they receive the supports and resources needed to live successfully in the community.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services
- Three (3) years of direct care experience in case management and counseling services to the assigned population
About us
Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.
Our Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Annual and Sick Leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Join Us!
Apply to help strengthen safe, well-coordinated transitions from hospital to community care.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Salary : $57,119