About this opportunity
Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions lists this Discharge Planner MAT opportunity in indianapolis, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We're on a path to better healthcare.
Compensation Information: $46,537.92 - $51,708.8 / year
Department (Org): Mental Health
You Matter
Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:
Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Autonomy in a warm team environment
Growth and training
Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work-life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
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Tuition Assistance and dependent scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
Company paid life insurance
Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. The team’s deep desire to help society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals drives us to provide compassionate, collaborative, and innovative care. We live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!” and work to heal the world, one patient at a time.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, with best‑in‑class clinical resources for training, education, and point‑of‑care support.
How You Make a Difference
A MAT Discharge Planner is responsible for providing individual and/or group treatment for identified MAT patients scheduled to be released into the community, as well as coordinating and implementing discharge planning for inmates. The role requires effective communication with facility staff and community resources, and accountability for the services provided. Transition planning, which includes identifying local resources and coordinating appointments with programs and/or providers, must begin at least three months prior to the patient’s release from the system.
Key Responsibilities
Provide individual and group treatment for identified MAT patients scheduled to release into the community, while also responsible for discharge planning in accordance with policy and procedures.
Maintain relationships with community agencies for individuals with mental illness or serious medical conditions, and facilitate applications of eligibility for financial assistance.
Coordinate medication and medical needs upon release, including potential residential placement, and assist inmates in making appointments with mental health agencies.
Communicate and maintain positive working relationships with appropriate Unit Team Staff and Institutional Parole Officers, documenting all services provided to the inmate in the health record.
Attend meetings relevant to release planning as directed by the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Mental Health Director, and comply with employee standards of the Facility.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Master’s degree in social work or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience
Previous experience in developing successful transition plans involving community resources for persons with mental illness.
Must also have experience in social work case management in a mental health agency for mentally ill population.
Licenses/Certifications
Must maintain CPR certification, and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required by contract.
Must be eligible for LMHC or LICSW licensure, and be eligible for CADC or LADC certification/licensure.
Location
Marion County Jail - 695 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Worksite address
indianapolis, IN, 46262, US
Who can apply
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