Continuing Care Planner

Undersupervision, theContinuing Care Planner serves as a liaison in relation to all case management and discharge planning within the facility.

This position requires 3 days per week in-office, in Shingle Springs or Orange County.

Essential Duties:

• Work cohesively with the Clinical Outreach Team in the coordination of transitions in levels of care or release planning.
• Meet with families, as needed, during the treatment process to explain continuing careprocedures and processes.
• Coordinate with clinical team, utilization review specialist, families, outside consultants, and continuing care facilities regarding patients' discharge dates, level of care recommendations and transition plans.
• Initiate involvement with patient, families, and staff members as appropriate to formulate a discharge plan and continuing care treatment.
• Assist patients and families with the identification of a support network, instructions for future care, follow-up and concerns, and requests regarding care upon discharge.
• Assist patients and families with completion of all clinical documentation needed for transition to their next programs or social service organizations.
• Meet with patients and families to discuss placement options, organize records for transition, and provide advice regarding community assistance organizations, transportation options, etc.
• Coordinate and participate in educational and training activities related to continuing care planning for patients, including travel to visit programs and facilities both locally and nationally.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a clinical setting.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge and experience in the development of mental health discharge plans and coordination with community service providers, preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, or sociology preferred.

Compensation Range: $20.00 -$24.00 per hour, based on education and experience.