Coordinator Discharge - Full-Time - Newark, NJ

Job Title: Coordinator Discharge

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department Name: Mental Health Unit-Open Unit

Req #: 0000211267

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $22.00 - $31.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Discharge Coordinator, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary clinical treatment team, inclusive of nursing and social work, is responsible for the organization of all the patient s discharge planning needs. The Discharge Coordinator takes and active role in hospital functions and activities,

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s Degree in Psychology or other related Human Services field or LPN licensure with minimum 3 years experience on an inpatient psychiatric unit required,
• BSW preferred,
• Training and/or education in an adult psychiatric treatment setting preferred,

Scheduling Requirements:

• Days to work
• FT

Essential Functions:

• Implementing and overseeing referral process for next level of care, coordination with patient s family/support members for meetings and discharge planning, providing education and resources to patients 1:1 and through group facilitation, participation in unit based treatment team and run down and arranging/addressing transportation and related issues,
• Coordinates patient s discharge planning needs after consultation with the therapist,
• Reviews discharge planning options and evaluates alternatives with patient and their significant others to enhance their acceptance of plans and services,
• Facilitates the smooth transfer from CMMC to another facility or a home environment setting,
• Meets with patients to discuss their needs, wants, and resources
• Advises patients of available agency resources if their needs indicate such,
• Consults with the treatment team as to a projected optimum discharge date,
• Maintains a positive working relationship with outside community mental health agencies in coordinating the appropriate patient discharge plan,

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer