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The Discharge Planner will provide appropriate and timely discharge planning from the nursing center by effectively coordinating care, providing education and resources, and advocating for patients. The Discharge Planner serves as a vital link between healthcare providers, patients, and their support networks, facilitating the planning and implementation of comprehensive discharge plans. Position HighlightsIdentifies patient/resident discharge goals at admission and documents initial discharge plan and involves the patient/resident and family throughout the process.Works with patient/resident, family members/significant and interdisciplinary care team through care planning and utilization management during the course of the patient/resident's stay to identify strengths and needs to ensure an appropriate discharge plan is formulated.Establishes relationships and maintains contact and referral flow with preferred providers and community-based agencies/services for discharge planning.Serves as a liaison between post discharge care providers and the nursing center. BenefitsVariable compensation plansTuition, Travel, and Wireless Service DiscountsEmployee Assistance Program to support mental healthEmployee Foundation to assist financially with unforeseen hardshipsDiverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition AssistanceHealth, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:Pet InsuranceTerm and Whole Life InsuranceShort-term DisabilityHospital IndemnityPersonal AccidentCritical IllnessCancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service. Who You Are Educated about the accepted standards of practice for social workers in healthcare settings including long-term care.Able to adapt to change to include prioritization, problem solving and critical thinking.Knowledge of biological, psychological, social, cultural, emotional, spiritual, practical, informational, and financial needs and challenges experienced by the patient/resident, family, and caregiver.Competent in values, ethics, and theoretical perspectives; assessment; intervention; aging services, programs, and policies.Capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with members of the interprofessional team.Demonstrated excellent communication and interview skills.Proficient in technological skills and tools required for practice. Who We AreOur employees are our most valuable resource. They are the service we provide and the product we deliver. Only through the talent and extraordinary dedication our employees bring to their jobs every day are we able to achieve our mission of delivering high quality healthcare and everyday compassion.That is why our multifaceted culture is a place where employees can thrive. It is:Entrepreneurial. There is employee ownership to meet community post-acute, long-term care and senior living needs sparking innovation, creativity, and collaboration.Integrous. We are guided by our Core Values, Code of Conduct and Ethics program.Progressive. We provide career ladders, education, and training opportunities so employees can build a long and successful career with us.Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive. We foster an environment where our employees, patients, and visitors can be their authentic selves and feel celebrated and welcomed. DEI is in our DNA! Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services field is required.Must possess any certifications/licensures as required by State of employment to practice in long term care.*Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs.

Other Info

• Position Type: Full Time

• Pay Target: $47,840 per year

• Job City: Lewiston

• Requisition Number: 505139

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively “Genesis”) has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.