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Position Title: Discharge Planner
Location: Lake City, FL
Salary: $19.82|Hr.|Non-Exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

As a Discharge Planner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:

• Establishes and maintains a welcoming therapeutic relationship with clients while working collaboratively with doctors, nurses, emergency screeners, unit counselors, and other staff to provide the best therapeutic experience for the patient.
• Ensures care is coordinated within Meridian and external agencies caring for our patients.
• Coordinates discharge planning and post discharge contact to reduce recidivism.
• Conducts family meetings and gathers collateral information for treatment and discharge planning.
• Regularly attends and participates in daily treatment team meetings to ensure appropriate client care.
• Administers care based on the client's Individualized Treatment Plan, assessment of client status, and progress toward desired outcomes.
• Conducts psycho-educational groups and therapeutic activities according to the individualized treatment plan at direction of Unit Counselor and/or Supervisor.
• Ensures accuracy and concurrency in documentation.
• Performs other duties as required to meet program and departmental goals and objectives.
• Willing to be an active participant in client restraints, as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field from an established college or university required.
• This is an entry level position. New graduates will be considered. Some experience in discharge planning or case management from a behavioral healthcare setting is preferred.

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

• Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
• Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
• Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
• Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.