Discharge Planner - PRN

Job Description
Responsibilities

Discharge Planner - PRN/Per Diem

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is a brand-new behavioral health provider serving Scottsdale and the great Phoenix region. We opened in February 2022 and now offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services. Our modern 120-bed facility offers offer specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co-occurring addictions.

The Patriot Support Program at Via Linda offers specialized treatment designed to address the behavioral health needs and challenges of active-duty military, reserve, and national guard members. The Women’s Program at Via Linda offers specialized treatment and a safe place for women experiencing common mental health challenges.

Qualifications

Clinical Skills

Provide quality assessments and reports according to training and areas of expertise
Provide quality individual, group, marital, and family education, according to training, specialties, and effectively manage time in clinical sessions
Provide growth promoting experiences to patients
Develop initial rapport with patients
Define clear and meaningful treatment goals for patients
Facilitate therapeutic movement toward treatment goals at an appropriate pace
Demonstrate use of various and active strategies in interpersonal skills
Help develop and evaluate patient-specific treatment plans
Ensure treatment follows goals outlined in the treatment plan
Provide or arrange proper family education.
Develop and implement appropriate aftercare and discharge plans
Complete all discharge forms, contracts, and crisis prevention plans with the patient and ensure that aftercare appointments are made prior to discharge.
Contact aftercare professionals/treatment facilities to provide patient information that will aide in a smooth transition of care.

Requirements:

Must be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
1+ years of experience working with psychiatric patient population.