Care Companion/Social worker

Carease Health; Gambrills (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Regular supervision

401k matching

Job summary

Carease Health - MD is seeking a Care Companion/Social Worker to support residents in skilled nursing facilities in Gambrills, MD. You will focus on emotional and psychosocial well-being, working within a collaborative care model to minimize hospitalizations and enhance quality of life.

Key duties include visiting facilities as scheduled, assessing needs, delivering short-term therapy, documenting interactions, and coordinating with psychiatric professionals, including a monthly NP meeting.

Qualifications

• Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field
• Understanding of geriatric mental health, crisis management, and psychosocial support in long-term care settings
• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills
• 1 year of experience

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities as scheduled with supervisor
• Assess residents to identify emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs
• Implement short-term, solution-focused therapy and supportive interventions
• Document visit notes and maintain detailed records
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly meeting with the psychiatric NP

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Documentation

Relationship building

Crisis management

Education

Social Work / related field degree

Job description

Care Companion/Social Worker

Job Location: Gambrills, MD

Company: Carease Health - MD

Job Summary:

At Carease Health - MD, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents. As a Care Companion/Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting the emotional and psychological well‑being of our residents in skilled nursing facilities. Our collaborative care model focuses on proactive measures, minimizing hospitalizations, and promoting a high‑quality care experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visit designated facilities in accordance with the schedule set with your supervisor

• Conduct assessments of residents to identify emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs

• Implement short‑term, solution‑focused therapy and supportive interventions to address immediate concerns

• Document visit notes and maintain detailed records of interactions and interventions after each visit

• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals to ensure comprehensive care, including participation in a monthly meeting with the psychiatric NP

Qualifications:

• Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or another mental health‑related field

• Understanding of geriatric mental health, crisis management, and psychosocial support in long‑term care settings

• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship‑building skills

• 1 year of experience

Why Join Carease Health?

• Meaningful, resident‑focused work in a supportive team environment

• Regular supervision and collaboration with psychiatric providers

• Professional growth opportunities through monthly clinical meetings and ongoing training

• Opportunity to bring comfort, connection, and care to residents who need it most

• Flat salary

• Pick the day and hours that work for you!

• Paid training

• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team

• Matching 401k Plan

We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team. If you're passionate about making a direct impact on the lives of older adults, we encourage you to apply to this rewarding PART_TIME opportunity.