Discharge Planner

Signing Bonus

$1500

As a non‑profit organization, Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care is dedicated to serving our community by offering a wide range of mental health services, from inpatient to outpatient care. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!

The Discharge Planner will function as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing recovery‑oriented, person‑centered care at Recovery Place Inpatient Services. The primary responsibilities of the Discharge Planner are to assist residents with connecting and gaining access to substance use disorder (SUD) and/or Mental Health (MH) services, as well as medical, social, educational, and other services upon discharge from treatment.

This may also include direct assistance with accessing services, coordinating care, and linkage toward appropriate service needs. The Discharge Planner will utilize a harm‑reduction approach when delivering services to inpatient residents and collaborate with program staff to support resident goals.

• Provide support and resources to residents to help them meet goals included in individualized treatment plans.
• Provide assistance in identifying and linking residents to appropriate community‑based services and supports (primary care, mental health and/or substance abuse treatment, housing, financial benefits, etc.).
• Provide liaison functions with hospitals, clinics, private practitioners, and managed care system.
• Provide ongoing coordination of case management services, treatment planning, resource identification and development, environmental assistance, advocacy, and clinical services as appropriate.
• Work with multi‑disciplinary care team members, including mental health and medical providers, as part of a comprehensive therapeutic environment, to assess and address resident issues throughout the workday.
• Collaborate with clinical and residential staff to identify and support residents’ goals.
• Provide services in 1:1 and group settings as determined by resident and program needs.
• Demonstrate effective engagement skills with individuals who have experienced trauma, homelessness, and related challenges.
• Manage the administrative work of an assigned caseload as determined by agency policy.
• Keep client records in compliance with WAC, Medicaid, and other contracts.
• Mediate and/or de‑escalate resident conflict as needed.
• Assist residents in safety planning.
• Provide feedback to clinical staff regarding residents’ policy adherence and progress toward goals.
• Attend in‑service training and meetings as required.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Minimum High School degree. Will need to show proof upon hire.
• Obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor registration within 30 days of hire.

• Understanding of and familiarity with addiction, withdrawal, and treatment resources for recovery.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population.
• Experience working in a medical or residential setting preferred.

• Familiarity with issues related to homelessness and substance use.
• Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries.
• Understanding of Trauma‑Informed Care principles and service provision.
• Good communication skills, teamwork, and attitude.
• Multicultural awareness.
• Ability to adapt; flexibility.
• Available to work shifts on short notice.

• Pass required background checks.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license and reliable transportation with current insurance.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and 403(b).
• 21 days of PTO, plus 11 Paid Holidays.
• $450/year for training/professional development.
• Free Supervision Hours towards Washington State Licensure.
• Potential participation Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.
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