Discharge Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Discharge Coordinator

More than $65,000 / year DOE

Chandler, Az.

The Discharge Coordinator is responsible for facilitating communication between external inpatient / hospital staff and employees.

The Discharge Coordinator ensures all appropriate appointments are scheduled post discharge from an inpatient setting, and assisting with clients' crises as needed.

This is a full-time, 40 hour / week position. Shifts are Monday - Friday 8-5pm

Responsibilities

• Tracking and coordinating care of clients who are in an inpatient setting for psychiatric care, ensuring that the appropriate outpatient discharge appointments are given within the required timeframe.
• Ongoing coordination with inpatient and outpatient providers to facilitate communication and post-discharge plan of action.
• Facilitates discharge planning while notifying all appropriate authorities and agencies of risk situations, such as Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services, law enforcement, etc.
• Demonstrates ability to regularly change priorities to accomplish all tasks despite frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrates ability to clearly communicate, both orally and in writing, while performing all essential functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Masters’ Degree in Counseling or Social Work or related field required.
• Current associate or independent licensure from Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as either LAC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LASAC or LISAC preferred
• 3 years’ experience in discharge planning, care coordination, or successfully counseling individuals in crisis situations.
• Experience within a multi-cultural health care environment strongly preferred, with direct patient serving experience preferred.
• Valid Arizona drivers’ license with no major violations during the prior five years.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically our Community and / or other cultures.
• AZ Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Card within 60 days in position

Company Description

APN Staffing and Employment Solutions is a recruiting firm specialized in working with clients and candidates in the healthcare and automotive industry.

While hiring employees can be an extremely rewarding experience, it takes time and attention that companies don’t often have.

Since 1991, APN has placed over 15,000 candidates by listening to the needs, personality and style of clients and candidates to find the right fit for the team.

Working with companies of all sizes in the private, non-profit and government sectors to provide permanent placements, temporary-to-permanent placements and contract staffing, APN prides itself on our ability to retain client and candidate relationships.

What was originally a small business with one employee specializing in the automotive industry is now a profitable company spanning multiple industries, working with clients and candidates across the country.

Nearly 30 years later, our mission still stands strong To provide our clients with the best , and we will do that for you with honesty and integrity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact us for more information!

Company Description

APN Staffing and Employment Solutions is a recruiting firm specialized in working with clients and candidates in the healthcare and automotive industry.

While hiring employees can be an extremely rewarding experience, it takes time and attention that companies don’t often have.

r n r nSince 1991, APN has placed over 15,000 candidates by listening to the needs, personality and style of clients and candidates to find the right fit for the team.

Working with companies of all sizes in the private, non-profit and government sectors to provide permanent placements, temporary-to-permanent placements and contract staffing, APN prides itself on our ability to retain client and candidate relationships.

What was originally a small business with one employee specializing in the automotive industry is now a profitable company spanning multiple industries, working with clients and candidates across the country.

r n r nNearly 30 years later, our mission still stands strong To provide our clients with the best , and we will do that for you with honesty and integrity.

r n r nWe are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age.

r n r nPlease contact us for more information!