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NaphCare

Mental Health Discharge Planner

NaphCare, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228

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Overview NaphCare is hiring a

Mental Health Discharge Planner

to join our team of medical professionals in the

Wayne County Jail in Detroit, Michigan

.

Pay rates range from $22.80 - $24.00 per hour plus shift differentials where applicable! Pay rates range per hour based on employment status, site needs, licensure, and experience.

As the

Correctional Mental Health Discharge Planner,

you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to ensure high-quality care is provided to the individuals in residence. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex mental health and medical needs.

Responsibilities The

Mental Health Discharge Planner

is responsible for coordinating the transition of patients from the mental health unit back into the community. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

Conducting comprehensive assessments of patients' needs, including psychosocial, medical, and functional status

Collaborating with patients, families, security staff, and the interdisciplinary treatment team (physicians, nurses, social workers, etc.) to develop individualized discharge plans that address identified needs, such as medication management, therapy, housing, and vocational support

Coordinating and facilitating referrals to appropriate community resources, including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, housing, and financial assistance

Connecting patients with support groups and other community-based organizations

Ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed, including consent forms and referral authorizations and maintaining accurate and timely documentation of all discharge planning activities in patient charts

Monitoring compliance with site-specific and company policies and procedures, taking appropriate corrective action, and ensuring compliance with ACA, NCCHC standards

Qualifications Education / Licenses / Certifications

Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology or related field

Possess an active CPR certification

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications / Skills

Must have knowledge and experience in the development of mental health discharge plans and coordination with community service providers.

Must be able to remain calm under pressure while meeting with patients to discuss placement options, organize records for transition, and provide advice regarding community assistance organization, transportation options, etc.

Effective communications skills are required for building patient rapport and relaying information to community resources, and other medical and mental health care professionals

Strong organizational skills are needed to keep track of patient discharge plans

Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare? NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits,

we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full‑Time Employees Include

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one

Lowest Cost Benefits!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? NaphCare - Life as a Mental Health Professional - YouTube

Application Process To learn more about this position and NaphCare, please first

apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , then send your resume to melissa.miller@naphcare.com and I’ll be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer Disability/Veteran

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