Nationwide Children's Hospital·Columbus, Ohio
Coordinates inpatient and post-discharge care and disposition planning for the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and community resources to ensure continuity of care for adolescent patients and their families.
Job Description: Summary:
Coordinates and manages patient care and disposition planning for the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit.
Coordinates inpatient and post-discharge care, scheduling, and reporting. Provides disposition planning and maintains disposition data. Coordinates client care with other service providers and collaborates with interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care. Coordinates available NCH and community resources to enhance client care. Provides education and support to patients and their families regarding treatment options and resources. Completes documentation of discharge and care coordination activities in Epic and other related administrative paperwork in accordance with policy standards.
Bachelor's Degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related field, required.
Licensure Requirement: LSW, required,
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, families, peers and community representatives. Ability to work with the hospital’s electronic medical records system. Ability to work and problem-solve with minimal supervision. Ability to adapt to change positively in workflow and process. Spreadsheet, data entry and tracking, and computerized scheduling skills.
Experience providing and managing behavioral healthcare to children, adolescent and families, required.
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Demonstrate ability to pass CCM crisis management trainings once trained
"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"
Market context
In Ohio, BH inpatient discharge planner roles for adolescent units are typically in demand where hospitals and behavioral health systems need coordinated transitions for youth and families. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology, a valid LSW license, and direct experience managing behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, and families. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original job description, then confirm licensure and youth-care experience before applying.
