Social Services Discharge Planner - 8/31/26

Delray Beach, FL
Full Time
CSU - Delray Beach
Mid Level
Position Summary
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking a Social Services Discharge Planner.  This position supports appropriate discharge plans and education to Center clients who are discharged ready regarding linkage and referrals, diagnosis, treatment and support during the period of crisis stabilization.


About Us
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field from an accredited college or university.
  • Minimum one year Social services experience working with chronically mentally ill, dually diagnosed or emotionally disturbed adults

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s Degree in Social services or human services (MSW, LMSW, LCSW, LMHC)
  • Two (2) years Social services experience working with chronically mentally ill, dually diagnosed or emotionally disturbed adults

Duties and Responsibilities
Client Care
  • Evaluate client and family needs and initiate Intake/Psychosocial within 3 working days of admission.
  • Complete detailed client treatment plan within 1-3 days of a new admission.
  • Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary treatment team daily.
  • Attend weekly social worker meetings.
  • Complete client referrals for housing and other needs. Link clients to outpatient programs as needed.
  • Develop appropriate discharge plans and recommendations to link clients with appropriate community resources and document same in coordination with assigned catchment area.
  • Coordinate with Nursing, Medical and D/C staff on clients care and discharge plans.
  • Transport clients when needed for discharge.
      Record Keeping
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and accreditation standards
  • Maintain client records and document all contacts with the client, family or supports and all assessments and other clinical events in progress notes within 48 hours of service.
  • Write discharge goals on treatment plan.
  • Conduct risk assessments as needed to assess client needs.
Training   
  • Attend and participate in staff development and in-service training.
  • Assist the program supervisor with training of practicum students.


Business/Supervisory
  • Knowledge and ability to interpret Baker Act, Confidentiality, Marchman Act, Client Rights and Abuse reporting requirements
  • Advance organizational and time management skills
  • Knowledge and ability to interpret Center policies and procedures
  • Minimal supervision regarding use of time and being able to prioritize work assignments
  • Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
  • Must abide by a code of ethical and practice standards
  • Effective communication and presentation skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement


Medical/Mental Health
  • Must possess good clinical skills to assess the needs of the clients
  • Advanced substance abuse skills
  • Advanced counseling skills
  • Knowledge of DSM-IV and GAF
  • Case Management skills

Written & Verbal Communications
  • Ability to communicate effectively with professionals, staff, clients and families
  • Ability to work with others as part of a team.
  • Ability to complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly

Analytical & Problem Solving
  • Data and Behavior Assessment: Review client history, medical records, and interview notes to identify root causes of distress.
  • Risk Evaluation: Assess safety concerns, crisis potential, and legal or protective requirements in real-time.
  • Resource Matching: Analyze available community programs and government assistance to determine the best fit for a client's specific needs
  • Treatment Planning: Create step-by-step action plans to help clients overcome housing, addiction, or mental health challenges.
  • Crisis Intervention: Think quickly under pressure to de-escalate volatile family or individual emergencies.
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with medical professionals, educators, and legal teams to resolve barriers to client well-being

AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
ADULT
  • Knowledge of medications/dosages
  • Assess changes in productive status (e.g. economical physical) as a result of illness
  • Assess and address life stage concerns of clients
GERIATRIC
  • Medication dosages
  • Assess nutritional needs
  • Assess dependency needs
  • Monitor intake/elimination patterns
  • Assess audio/visual problems

Working Conditions
  • Professional healthcare office and clinical environment
  • Social workers in a Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) face acute occupational hazard—principally workplace violence, secondary traumatic stress, and biological exposures—which are regulated under OSHA Guidelines for Healthcare and Social Service Workers and the federal General Duty Clause
  • Required travel and transport

Performance Standards
Performance will be evaluated based on:
  • Effectiveness of quality improvement initiatives and outcomes
  • Compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
  • Accuracy and timeliness of reporting and audits
  • Collaboration with leadership and department teams
  • Organizational readiness for surveys and inspections


Schedule & Work Details
Full-Time Position
Schedule: Monday – Friday (hours may vary based on organizational needs)
Location: In-person (Delray Beach, FL)


Hourly Pay
     BA/BS $25  
     MA/MS $27
     MA/MS & Licensed $30

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Life and long-term disability coverage
  • Voluntary benefit options
  • 401(k) with employer match


Additional Information
Background check required
Drug-free workplace
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

 

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Because of the work we do in the community, a full background check is required for all staff.

We are a drug free employer.

South County Mental Health Center, Inc is an EOE.

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