Discharge Coordinator, Behavioral Health

Job Title: Discharge Coordinator
Job Type: Fulltime, Nonexempt
Schedule: Evenings

Your experience matters 

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Discharge Coordinator joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital offers compassionate, high-quality inpatient and outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment for teens, adults, and seniors. We provide a full-range of evidence-based medical and clinical services in a state-of-the-art healing environment. 

Programs include inpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).

How you’ll contribute 

The Behavioral Health Discharge Coordinator is responsible for coordinating aftercare services and supporting treatment planning to ensure continuity of care following inpatient discharge. This role collaborates closely with patients, families, providers, and the interdisciplinary treatment team to arrange follow‑up appointments, communicate discharge plans, and connect patients with appropriate community resources. The Discharge Coordinator supports crisis intervention efforts, maintains accurate and timely documentation, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements including HIPAA, The Joint Commission, and applicable state and federal laws, while promoting a safe and supportive transition to ongoing care.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

   

What we’re looking for 

Applicants should have

• Bachelor's degree in social work, Counseling or equivalent required. 

• Basic Life Support certification and Handle with Care is required within 30 days of hire.

   

Connect with our Recruiter 
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Brandi Walton, Talent Acquisition Recruiter at 629-257-6103, brandi.walton1@lifepointhealth.net. Or Click Here to schedule a time to discuss your career interests with Lifepoint Health! 

More about 

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital, a state-of-the-art, 150-bed hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Behavioral Health and Baystate Health, in Holyoke, MA. We provide evidence-based mental health care, including programs for child/adolescent, adult and geriatric populations. Our treatment is built on a psychosocial model of care and follows the core principles of resilience, recovery and restoration. 

Hourly range: $20.56 - $27.75 per hour.

EEOC Statement

“Lifepoint Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Behavioral Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”