Discharge Coordinator jobs in Michigan

The Social Worker / Discharge Planning Coordinator intervenes with patients who are psychosocially complex, have Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) needs, and / or require assistance with transitions of care or discharge planning.

In addition, the Social Worker / Discharge Planning Coordinator offers supportive intervention (, trauma, terminal diagnosis, mental health etc.

to patients and caregiver(s) and coordinates and facilitates the development of a discharge plan of care for high-risk / complex patient populations.

They may self-refer or receive referrals for patients from interdisciplinary team members and are responsible for collaborating with the care team (Physicians, Nurses, RN Acute Care Navigators, Care Navigation Coordinators, Contracted Vendors, etc.

and escalating appropriately to ensure their assigned patients receives exceptional care and avoid unnecessary delays in care or discharge.

Job Requirements

Education : MSW

Skills : Must have knowledge of regulations, requirements, and community resources. Must be able to function effectively in a critical care environment.

Written and verbal skills are essential. Must be able to establish priorities and communicate and respond to inquiries. Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Customer service skills. Ability to work and communicate with people of all social, economic, and cultural backgrounds;

Flexible in a complex and changing healthcare environment. Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources.

Maintains a current working knowledge of services available in the local community, particularly services available to patients with limited or non-existent payment resources.

License : Licensed Social Worker

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Last updated : 2024-05-13