What to expect. • In collaboration with the patients' interdisciplinary treatment team, performs a full range of aftercare and discharge planning services geared to mentally ill patient population. • Maintains comprehensive knowledge base of agencies, organizations, and resources within the referral community for discharge planning and placement. • Communicates with patients based on an understanding of the developmental needs of the population. • Develops and assists in the implementation of discharge and aftercare plans; works with patients and families to facilitate the community transition and assure appropriate match to patients' needs. What you'll get from us. At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: • A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions • 403b retirement match • Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Generous mileage reimbursement program Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. What we need from you. • Bachelor's degree in a related mental health care field, such as Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, or a Rehabilitation Services specialty. • For internal candidates, high school education plus an additional 5 years of relevant experience (2 years of work must be within Sheppard Pratt) may be considered a substitute for a bachelor’s degree. • Knowledge of psychiatric terminology, discharge and aftercare planning methods, and community referral resources - acquired through six to twelve months of relevant field or work experience in a psychiatric setting. #LI-SM1