Care Companion/Social Worker

Carease Health; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Monthly clinical meetings

401(k) plan match

Job summary

Carease Health in New Jersey is seeking a Care Companion/Social Worker to provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments for residents in skilled nursing facilities. The role emphasizes collaborative care with psychiatric providers and regular supervision.

Candidates should have degrees in social work or related fields and at least 1 year of experience in geriatric mental health, with strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Geriatric mental health, crisis management, and psychosocial support in long-term care.
• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Education: Associate Degree.
• Experience: 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities per schedule with supervisor.
• Assess residents' emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
• Provide brief therapy and supportive interventions for immediate concerns.
• Document visit notes and maintain detailed records of interactions and interventions.
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly meeting with a psychiatric NP.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Care Companion/Social Worker

Join Carease Health - NJ and Make a Difference in the Lives of Older Adults

At Carease Health - NJ, we prioritize the well-being of our patients by providing comprehensive preventative care programs that incorporate Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), Chronic Care Management (CCM), and Collaborative Care Management (CoCM). We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team as a Care Companion/Social Worker.

About the Role

As a Care Companion/Social Worker, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. This role is ideal for professionals who want to make a direct impact on the lives of older adults, helping them feel heard, supported, and emotionally connected within their environment.

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
• Education: Associate Degree
• Experience: 1 year

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