Discharge Planning Specialist, Substance Use
Core
Program manager optimizing discharge processes for patients with substance use needs at Boston Medical Center, coordinating post-detox placements and medication-assisted treatment.
Role type
Senior IC discharge planning specialist (substance use)
Builds
Safe discharge pathways and post-detox treatment placements for patients with substance use disorders
Domain
Healthcare + Substance Use Treatment
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
complex case management, post-detox bed search, Medicaid application assistance, methadone dosing coordination, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, data tracking, community resource networking
Preferred skills
project management, experience with diverse/at-risk populations, bicultural/bilingual competency, familiarity with Boston community resources
Technologies
EPIC, THRIVE database, MS Office
Responsibilities
Maintain logs of 20-35 patients in the program, conduct searches for suitable post-detox treatment beds, coordinate methadone guest dosing, liaise with methadone clinics and healthcare providers, assist with Medicaid applications, lead difficult conversations with families regarding discharge options, consult care managers on intensive community resources, train patients on BMC services and community exposure
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC