At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. The **Discharge Planner I** responsibilities include: + Provides assessment, linkage, monitoring, planning and advocacy for adult and or children experiencing acute mental health and or substance abuse issues in an acute care inpatient setting. + Possesses a clear understanding of discharge and transition planning and linkage with community resources. + Oversees legal status issues related to the individuals involuntary or in accordance with the Baker Act regulations. + Provides support as active member of the treatment team. + Will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. _Travel may be required._ **Required Certification:** + BLS (Basic Life Support) **Required Experience:** + Behavioral Health - 1 year + Child and Adolescent - 2 years (SIPP Only) + Acute Care - Preferred **Required Education:** + Bachelors - Counseling/Health Education/Related Field/Social Work/Human Services/Psychology/Nursing + Master's in human services - Preferred **Benefits:** + Health, Dental, Vision + Paid time off + Tuition reimbursement + 401k match and additional yearly contribution + Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus + Community discounts and more + AND the Chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work! **Facility:** BayCare Health System, Behavioral Health Admin-WHH **Location:** **Winter Haven** **Status:** **Full Time, Exempt: No** **Shift Hours:** **8:00am to 4:30pm** **Shift:** **Shift 1** **Shift 1 = Days, 2 = Evenings, 3 = Nights, 4 = Varies** **Weekend Work:** **Occasional** **On Call:** **No** **How often will this team member be working remotely?** Never Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled **Position** Discharge Planner I **Location** Winter Haven:Winter Haven | Clinical | Full Time **Req ID** null