What are the responsibilities and job description for the Discharge Coordinator--NOT A REMOTE JOB position at Triumph Treatment Services?
"Ensuring Safety Excellence: In compliance with Washington State's ESSB 5123, we prioritize safety in our workforce by conducting controlled substance testing, including marijuana, for this position, which is deemed safety-sensitive.”
Position Summary: The Discharge Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive discharge plans for clients completing residential treatment for substance use disorders. This role ensures continuity of care by coordinating post-treatment services, including outpatient therapy, sober living arrangements, aftercare programs, and community resources. The Discharge Coordinator works closely with clients, families, treatment teams, and external providers to facilitate a smooth transition and reduce the risk of relapse.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Collaborates with Others
Collaborating cohesively and in a helpful manner to accomplish shared objectives alongside peers.
- Recognizes and honors the contributions and hard work of others.
- Offers valuable and actionable feedback to peers in a constructive and professional manner.
Acting with Empathy and Compassion
Genuinely understand and respect for others' perspectives and emotions. Strive to foster a culture of compassion, empathy, and support that extends beyond our walls.
- Maintains open and effective communication channels with team members.
- Stays open, curious, and flexible to suspend judgments and evaluations when considering what others offer.
RESPONSIBLITIES
Discharge Planning & Coordination
- Develop individualized discharge plans in collaboration with clients, clinical teams, and external providers.
- Assess client needs for ongoing care, including mental health services, housing, employment, and peer support.
- Coordinate referrals to outpatient treatment, sober living facilities, support groups, and other recovery resources.
- Ensure clients have a structured aftercare plan, including relapse prevention strategies and follow-up appointments.
Client Support & Advocacy
- Educate clients and families on available post-treatment resources and recovery options.
- Assist clients with applications for housing, employment programs, Medicaid, or other benefits as needed.
- Provide crisis intervention or additional support if discharge plans need adjustments.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with therapists, case managers, medical staff, and external agencies to ensure seamless transitions.
- Maintain strong relationships with community organizations and service providers to enhance referral options.
- Communicate discharge plans effectively with clients and their support networks.
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of discharge planning activities in client records.
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, licensing requirements, and confidentiality regulations (HIPAA).
- Participate in team meetings and provide updates on discharge planning progress.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field required
Experience:
- At least one year of experience in case management, discharge planning, or substance use disorder treatment preferred
- Strong knowledge of SUD treatment and recovery resources.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations and client confidentiality requirements.
- Familiarity with 42 CFR part 2 preferred
Licenses/Certificates/Registration:
- Valid drivers license and insurance. A minimum of 5 years’ licensed driving experience.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package (full time employees) including:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance
- Health savings, flex spending, and dependent care accounts
- 401K with employer matching
- Generous PTO and holiday pay
For additional information on benefits:
https://triumphtx.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/EE-Benefit-Summary-11.4.24.pdf
WORKING CONDITIONS
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Comprehension
- Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and written instructions or other information.
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Reasoning and Decision Making
- Ability to plan, organize, and carry out assignments from management staff with minimal direction.
- Ability to analyze situations and make decisions that moderately impact the immediate work unit.
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Organization
- Ability to organize and prioritize job duties effectively and timely, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
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Communication
- Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, and communicate orally.
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Physical requirements for this position include hearing, seeing, smelling, speaking, feeling, reaching, pinching, and repetitive motions.
- This position requires standing, walking, and bending for long periods.
- This position may require exerting up to 40 pounds of force to lift, carry, pull, or move objects
Triumph Treatment Services complies with federal and state laws and applicable discrimination regulations based on any protected class as defined by law. Triumph Treatment Services specifically does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, non-job related sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds for all employment opportunities at Triumph Treatment Services.
