NaphCare is hiring a Substance Abuse Discharge Planner to join our team of medical professionals to work at the Fulton County Jail located in Atlanta, GA.

As a Correctional Substance Abuse Discharge Planner, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to assists incarcerated individuals with planning their transition back into the community. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. 

The Substance Abuse Discharge Planner is responsible for discharge planning for inmates with substance abuse issues being released from the facility. This involves assessing needs, developing discharge plans, coordinating care, and connecting individuals with necessary resources ensuring a smooth and successful transition to ongoing recovery and support. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Conducting thorough assessments of patients' social, emotional, medical, spiritual, and physical needs to understand their specific circumstances
• Developing individualized discharge plans that address mental health and substance use needs, ensuring continuity of care
• Connecting patients with appropriate post-discharge resources, such as outpatient therapy, support groups, housing, and vocational rehabilitation
• Working with healthcare teams, community resources, and other relevant parties to facilitate a seamless transition to the next level of care
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of discharge plans, client progress, and referrals
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals, social workers, and community organizations to ensure seamless transitions and continuity of care
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records of patient interactions, discharge plans, and follow-up activities
• Providing information and support to inmates and their families regarding discharge planning, available resources, and post-release care options
• Acting as a liaison between the correctional facility and community agencies to facilitate referrals and access to services
• Assist patients with a specific plan for medication management
• Assist patients with the identification of a support network, instructions for future care and follow-up
• Coordinate care with community agencies, shelters, employment agencies, and drug and alcohol counselors

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a human service field bachelor's degree in a related field like nursing, social work, psychology or healthcare 
• Possess an active CPR certification
• Knowledge in the development of discharge plans and coordination with community service providers
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Excellent communication skills are essential for interacting with patients, staff, and physicians
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently.
• Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, please first apply directly to the position to initiate the application process, then send your resume to dana.martin@naphcare.com and I’ll be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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