What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISCHARGE PLANNER position at UHS?
Windsor Laurelwood is seeking a
Discharge Planner
Job Description
In this role, you will play a key part in supporting patients as they transition from care by coordinating discharge plans, connecting them with aftercare resources, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
This position works closely with psychiatric inpatient and partial hospitalization (PHP) patients and their families to ensure a smooth and supportive discharge process.
Windsor-Laurelwood Center for Behavioral Medicine, located in Northeast Ohio, specializes in psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. The facility provides a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient programs to meet patient’s individual needs. Assessment and referral service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.
Position Responsibilities
- Coordinate and lead discharge planning, including scheduling follow-up appointments and communicating with aftercare providers
- Collaborate with referral sources such as SASS, DCFS, and other agencies
- Build therapeutic relationships with patients and provide ongoing support during their stay
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and clinical staffings
- Advocate for patients and contribute to program development initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Who we are:
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
Qualifications
Key Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of mental health and/or chemical dependency assessments
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience providing therapeutic and group interventions (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focus preferred)
- Basic crisis intervention skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Understanding of patient rights, abuse reporting laws, and emergency regulations
- Demonstrated patience, professionalism, and resourcefulness
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred)
- 0–1 years of experience required; 1–3 years preferred in behavioral health or related field
Windsor-Laurelwood Center for Behavioral Medicine offers comprehensive benefits such as:
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
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.
Notice
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