What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinician - Discharge Planner - Inpatient Units - Monday-Friday 7AM-3:30PM position at Frontier Behavioral Health?
Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!
WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?
- At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
- Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
- At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more. Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
SHIFT: Monday-Friday 7AM-3:30PM - Foothills Location
The Discharge Planner will provide clinical services to patients admitted to Evaluation and Treatment (E&T) inpatient units. Coordinates and plans patient discharge, connecting clients to various resources such as housing and community services. Utilizes psychosocial principles in providing services to patients during their stay, facilitating groups and engaging in 1:1 counseling with patients as needed. Must have the clinical knowledge to assess in terms of suicidal (including past attempts/suicidal ideation), homicidally and ability to care for self; safety needs; orientation and thought process (formal or informal mental status exam); and patient’s affiliation with other therapeutic alliances; support networks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Provide case management services which may include coordination of housing, Medicaid enrollment, insurance enrollment, coordination of court dates, appointments or connection with other community resources and follow up services.
- Provide 1:1 counseling service to clients as needed.
- Facilitate psychoeducational groups as a component in the therapeutic treatment plan.
- Provide outreach and follow up to individuals discharged from the Evaluation and
- Treatment Facilities, as appropriate.
- Coordinate with various mental health and chemical dependency treatment agencies, including DCR's, psychiatric and medical hospitals, and the criminal justice system.
- Complete a psycho-social intake with each client.
- Participate in daily multi-disciplinary team meetings.
- Participate, discharge planner group meetings in-FBH educational and administrative meetings as directed.
- Perform FBH Discharge Planning charting requirements, correspondence, Dayforce and other paperwork in compliance with FBH policies.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:
REQUIRED:
- Master’s degree in the behavioral sciences.
- Must submit for Agency Affiliation within 30 days of hire
- Active BLS within 90 days of hire and must maintain active BLS
- Must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active driver’s license and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.
PREFERRED:
- At least one-year related experience working with psychiatrically impaired populations.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is generally performed in an office setting which may involve sitting and use of computers for four to eight hours per day.
- May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
- Blood-borne Pathogen job classification - occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt):*
Discharge Planner - No License: $31.84 - $38.79
Discharge Planner - Licensed: $33.70 - $41.06
All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting pay for this position is as follows:
Discharge Planner - No License: $31.84 per hour.
Discharge Planner - Licensed: $33.70 per hour.
Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!
WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:
- Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!
- Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!
- Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.
- Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.
BENEFITS: Visit
www.fbhwa.org/careers/benefits
for more information.*- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.
PERKS: visit
www.fbhwa.org/careers/perks
for more information.*- Signing Bonus!
- No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.
- Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.
- Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!
- Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
IMPORTANT APPLICANT INFORMATION
APPLICANT ACCOMMODATIONS:
To request accommodation with our application process, please contact Human Resources at 509-458-7461.
Job seekers may also obtain assistance, including auxiliary accommodations/ aids, by calling WorkSource Spokane at 509-532-3120.
OUR EEO POLICY
It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate and that ; a) has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance, or c) otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment opportunities. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group.
Salary : $32 - $39
