Care companion/ Social worker

Careasehealth; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Matching 401k Plan

Flexible hours

Job summary

Carease Health in Mattoon, IL is seeking a compassionate Care Companion/Social Worker to join our Collaborative Care team. You will provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities, helping them feel heard and connected.

This role partners with psychiatric providers, requires engaging residents, documenting visits, and delivering short-term interventions.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree
• Experience: 1 year
• 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

Responsibilities

• Visit facilities as scheduled to assess residents' emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs
• Provide short-term, solution-focused therapy and supportive interventions
• Document visit notes and maintain detailed records of interactions and interventions
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP
• Coordinate care within the Collaborative Care team

Skills

Emotional support

Short-term therapy

Assessment skills

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate/Bachelor/Master in Social Work or related field

Job description

Care Companion/Social Worker

Join Carease Health - IL's Collaborative Care Team

Location: Mattoon, IL

Company Description

Carease Health - IL is a leading organization that prioritizes proactive measures for enhanced physical health and well-being by incorporating Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), Chronic Care Management (CCM), and Collaborative Care Management (CoCM) into our comprehensive preventative care program.

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team. 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
• Pick the day and hours that work for you!
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401k Plan

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults and are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply for this Care Companion/Social Worker position. Join our collaborative care team today and start making a positive impact!