Discharge Planner

Hilltop Park Post Acute

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Bachelor's degree in social work or human services
2 years supervised social work experience in healthcare
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Hilltop Park Post Acute is seeking a Discharge Planner who will support residents in achieving their highest level of independence and well-being through social services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services, along with at least two years of relevant experience, and possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on establishing courses of action and setting goals with residents and their families to achieve the highest practicable level of self-care.
  • The Discharge Planner must evaluate psychological and emotional needs to develop comprehensive care plans while providing emotional support during difficult transitions.
  • This position requires coordinating with outside community agencies and securing resources such as prosthetics and assistive devices to meet resident needs.

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Hilltop Park Post Acute is seeking a Discharge Planner who will support residents in achieving their highest level of independence and well-being through social services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Human Services, along with at least two years of relevant experience, and possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services
  • 2 years supervised social work experience in healthcare
  • Strong verbal communication and listening skills
  • Ability to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams
  • Experience developing care plans for residents

Nice-to-have

  • MSW degree preferred
  • Knowledge of PCC software system
  • Proactive approach to problem solving
  • Counseling skills for residents and families
  • Ability to provide in-service training to staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or Human Services
  • 2 years of supervised social work experience in healthcare
  • MSW preferred
  • Knowledge of PCC system preferred

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