Discharge Coordinator - Toms River, NJ

About the role

At RWJBarnabas Health, Discharge Coordinators play an essential role in supporting patients and families through the transition from inpatient care to the next level of care. Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary clinical treatment team, including nursing and social work, this role helps organize discharge planning needs, coordinate referrals and placements, connect patients with community resources, and support safe, appropriate transitions. The Discharge Coordinator contributes to a compassionate, patient-centered environment while working in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, safety guidelines, and the highest achievable level of competence.

A Typical Day

• Coordinating patient discharge planning needs in consultation with the therapist and multidisciplinary treatment team
• Reviewing discharge planning options and evaluating alternatives with patients and their significant others to support acceptance of plans and services
• Facilitating smooth transitions from SBBHC to another facility or a home environment
• Arranging and coordinating pre-placement interviews and transportation for interviews or aftercare
• Meeting with patients to discuss their needs, wants, resources, and available services
• Providing education and connecting patients with appropriate agency and community resources
• Consulting with the treatment team regarding projected discharge dates and the discharge plan to be pursued
• Working closely with therapists, patients, families, and outside community mental health agencies to coordinate appropriate discharge plans
• Documenting discharge planning involvement in the patient chart and monitoring key processes associated with discharge planning services

This Role Might Be For You If

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, treatment teams, and community partners
• You are organized and detail-oriented when coordinating multiple discharge planning needs, referrals, and services
• You value patient advocacy and helping individuals access necessary services when they are unable to negotiate for themselves
• You are comfortable working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary behavioral health treatment environment
• You can adapt to changing priorities while maintaining professionalism, safety, and attention to hospital policies and procedures
• You are committed to supporting patients and families through thoughtful, respectful transitions in care

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or another related Human Services field, or LPN licensure
• 3 years of experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit

Qualifications

• BSW preferred
• Training and/or education in an adult psychiatric treatment setting preferred

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with a consistent 8:30am - 5:00pm schedule.