Discharge Coordinator (Sr. Clinical Caseworker)

State of Missouri
Kansas City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 07, 2024
  • Salary: per Hour USD
  • Full Time
  • Legal Services
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    Job Location: This position will be located at 1000 E. 24th Street, Kansas City, MO.

    Why you’ll love this position:

    The Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a Discharge Coordinator for their forensic psychiatric facility, the Center for Behavioral Medicine (CBM), located in Kansas City, Missouri. CBM serves individuals who have been court ordered to the Department of Mental Health for psychiatric treatment, with the goal of restoring the individual’s competency to proceed in their legal case. We are a Joint Commission accredited behavioral health facility.

    The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

    The Discharge Coordinator provides case management to clients discharged from the inpatient setting until they are enrolled in services with the appropriate community mental health provider. The Discharge Coordinator is responsible for working with the inpatient team in planning discharge and coordinating with jails and the community providers for a warm-hand off in transition of services. The Discharge Coordinator will represent Center for Behavioral Medicine with other agencies and partners to ensure needs of individuals served are met. Duties include, but are not limited to:

      • Provide person centered and trauma informed services when speaking with individuals in need.
      • Make follow-up calls or visits, as required.
      • Act as the primary contact for community providers and housing agencies in regards to discharge planning.
      • Collaborate with inpatient social workers and addiction counselors in making discharge arrangements for clients.
      • Communicate clearly, timely, and effectively with the inpatient team and community partners.Maintain agreed upon level of productivity.
      • Maintain client records, following agency and state regulations.
      • Ensure all documentation is written in proficient and professional manner.
      • Refer and coordinate with forensic mobile team and community crisis response team as necessary.
      • Educate inpatient treatment team about available community resources and housing options.
      • Participate in discharge planning meetings with the inpatient treatment team, forensic mobile team case managers, and community providers.
      • Assists the Director of Social Work in collecting data related to discharges and readmissions.


    Minimum Qualifications:

      • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work.
      • Individuals with Bachelor’s degrees in related fields, such as Psychology, Sociology, or Criminal Justice are encouraged to apply.
      • No disciplinary action in the previous 12 months. (Internal applicants only)


    Preferred Qualifications:

    • At least two years of experience is preferred.


    Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

    The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

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    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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