Discharge Planner

Discharge Planner

Medical Hill Healthcare Center is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated Discharge Planner to join our team.

Pay Rate: $36.00–$37.00 per hour
Schedule: Full-Time
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available
Education Requirement: Bachelor's Degree Required
Experience: New Graduates Welcome to Apply

Position Summary

The Discharge Planner plays a vital role in coordinating resident care and ensuring smooth transitions from the facility to the next level of care. This position requires strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. The ideal candidate is proactive, compassionate, and committed to helping residents achieve their highest level of independence and well-being.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish individualized plans by exploring options and setting goals with residents and their families.

• Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence, and overall well-being.

• Provide medically related social services to support residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

• Evaluate social, family, psychological, and emotional factors to identify resident needs and assist in developing care plans.

• Provide emotional support and counseling to residents and families coping with illness, disability, loss, grief, and life transitions.

• Assist residents with healthcare-related decisions and care planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.

• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and community agencies.

• Knowledge of discharge planning, social services, healthcare resources, or case management is preferred but not required.

Why Join Medical Hill Healthcare Center?

• Competitive pay

• Full benefits package

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents and families

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• New graduate-friendly workplace

Join Medical Hill Healthcare Center and help residents navigate successful transitions while improving their quality of life through compassionate care and support.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.