Hours: 40 hours per week. Monday Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm

Pay Rate: $38.46 to $39.90 per hour

Education: Masters in a mental health-related field, such as Psychology, Social Work and Counseling required

Benefits:

• 19 days of PTO and 12 paid holidays per year
• Monthly contribution of $100 towards qualified student loan debt; access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program for eligible individuals
• Choice of medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options; vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Free Employee Assistance Plan
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Opportunities for advancement and growth

As a Discharge Planner, you will:

• Conduct initial behavioral health assessments, if designated. Determine diagnosis and/or a change in diagnosis from current diagnosis utilizing the DSM-IV TR, if needed.
• Conduct collateral interviews as indicated. Develop service plans and participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning.
• Assist clients in discharge planning in order for clients to access on-going psychiatric care, medical care, community based resources and other support services.
• Liaison with other programs and agencies to maintain current and extensive resources for on-going care and supports for clients.
• Provide crisis interventions as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with community health, welfare, and social agencies.
• Consult and coordinate services with other care coordinators, community, social, health and welfare agencies.
• Conduct initial behavioral health assessments, if designated. Determine diagnosis and/or a change in diagnosis from current diagnosis utilizing the DSM-IV TR, if needed.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• 2+ years of direct work experience in behavioral health or community-based social services programs
• Understanding of psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) and recovery principles, wrap-around models, and evidence-based practices
• Demonstration of ability to make assessments, design treatment plans, and document accordingly.
• Ability to maintain calm demeanor in crisis situations is essential
• Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not required
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• Able to pass criminal/background clearance

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

Our Adult Outpatient Programs (Areta Crowell Wellness Recovery Center,Douglas Young Wellness Recovery Center, Heartland Wellness Recovery Center, Jane Westin Center,Maria Sardinas Wellness Recovery Center, and South Bay Guidance Center) provide behavioral health services including psychiatric and clinical assessment, treatment planning, ongoing medication services, individual and group counseling, case management, crisis intervention, mobile outreach, vocational support, and peer support. We deliver fully integrated services to adult clients diagnosed with a serious mental illness, as well as individuals with co-occurring, mental health, and substance use disorders.

Jane Westin Center is a full-time urgent psychiatric walk-in center that provides screening, triage, clinical and psychiatric assessment, medication support, and discharge planning.

CRF staff members work together to meet the needs of San Diego County's residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients and help people change their lives for the better!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Discharge Planner