Community Liaison/Discharge Planner

The Community Liaison/Discharge Planner is responsible for the more involved discharge planning for Aboriginal patients who are returning to their homes/communities.

Role:

• Anticipates the needs of the patient and their families when preparing discharge plans.
• Collaborates with community resources to ensure needed care is available upon discharge.
• Assists with developing transfer plans for patients that are being transferred to other facilities.
• Manages the Community Liaison Program and maintains an effective working relationship with community resources available to patients.