About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
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Position Information:
The Behavioral Health Discharge Specialist will assist the behavioral health team by coordinating discharge/transition planning services and providing clerical support by processing and disseminating the information and by performing departmental admin/clerical duties related to the execution of the discharge plan. The Discharge Specialist assists the Case Manager BH Licensed Clinician others on the interdisciplinary team and external post discharge providers to obtain services for the patients in preparation for discharge. Collaborates with the Network for Advanced Behavioral Health for successful connection and patient engagement regarding outpatient plans. Will arrange transportation and SDOH migration. The Discharge Specialist is skilled in establishing rapport with health care providers and community contacts. Anticipates and proactively avoids potential delays in disposition.

Experience Requirements:
1 Year Related Position Experience Required - And/Or 1 Year Behavioral Health Preferred

Education Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And/Or Bachelor's Degree Social Work Preferred

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

Hours of Work:
Saturday and Sunday 7:00am - 5:30pm or 7:30 - 6:00

Weekend Requirements:
Every Other

Call Requirements:
None