CASE MANAGER & DC PLANNER

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Discharge planner works under the direction of the Facility Administrator, they will implement re-entry care plans and provide ongoing support to individuals served in accessing community physical and behavioral health resources, substance abuse treatment, housing, employment, education assistance, and other relevant needs to individuals who are incarcerated. 

JOB RELATIONSHIPS

REPORTS TO: Clinical and Administrative, direct supervision provided by the Utilization and Discharge Coordinator

SUPERVISES: None

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Case Manager and Discharge Planner is responsible for coordinating pre-release or post-release care management and assessing the discharge planning needs of all patients
• The Case Manager and Discharge Planner will also coordinate community services to ensure successful re-entry into society
• Provides case management and discharge planning services for individuals , including pre- and post-release interviews and coordination of community resources
• Ensures continuity of care by coordinating medical benefits, social services, and outside behavioral health/substance abuse services, as well as obtaining medication scripts 
• may assist in the job shadow portion of the interview process and orientation/training of new employees.
• Documents relevant clinical information and data for quality initiative purposes to improve patient care
• Individuals in this position will have skills to actively listen and demonstrate understanding to best meet the patient’s individual needs.
• Due to the unique challenges of the target population individuals serving in this role will need good problem-solving skills. 
• Collaborates with community providers to provide ongoing support to all individuals served in the areas of behavioral health resources, substance abuse treatment, employment, social relationships, education assistance, and other relevant needs

Upon receiving the necessary training and/or instruction, performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

A minimum of 2 years of experience and/or a bachelor's degree in social work, nursing or related field or equivalent combination of education/related expenses.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE: 

• CPR Certification
• If licensed, Current LVN/LPT license in the State of California and current CPR Certification
• Available to work weekends