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Acadia Healthcare

Discharge Planner

Acadia Healthcare, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28403

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Wilmington Treatment Center Job Opportunity

For the third consecutive year, Newsweek magazine has ranked Wilmington Treatment Center as one of the best Addiction Treatment Centers in North Carolina. We are North Carolina's premier substance abuse recovery hospital and rehabilitation center located in the beachside community of Wilmington, NC. What began as a 22 bed hospital on one campus in 1984 has grown into a 260 bed hospital spanning three campuses - and we are still growing! We are a team of professionals dedicated to helping our patients begin their recovery from the disease of addiction. Even though we are growing, we still maintain that feeling of a close-knit community. We offer a fantastic comprehensive benefit package, a great team of co-workers as well as the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Education/Experience/Skill Requirements:

Associates degree in nursing or human services field required. Bachelor's degree in social work or human services field preferred. One or more years' experience in a clinical setting preferred. One or more years' experience in discharge planning preferred. Crisis Prevention and CPR certifications (offered on site). Ability to work with male and female adult (18+) patients with chemical dependency and mental health disorders. Teamwork and excellent customer service. Essential Functions:

Based on patient's needs, develop a continuing plan that promotes their long term health and relapse prevention. Responsible for setting discharge appointments, including group or individual therapy, psychologist or psychiatrist. Make arrangements for community resources to facilitate discharge. Provide all needed documentation to other providers to facilitate the continuum of care. Ensure all documentation regarding patient discharge planning is clear, concise and timely. Benefits:

UMR Insurance through United Health Care (3 plans to choose from, eligible after 30 days of employment). Delta Dental (2 plans to choose from). VSP Vision Insurance. Paid life and AD&D insurance. 401k with a matching contribution. Paid vacation/sick/extended sick/personal/holiday time. Short term and long term disability. Free onsite employee fitness center. Free meals. Employee discount program. Employee fun events. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.