Flexible Geriatric Mental Health Care Companion

Careasehealth; Texas; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Matching 401k Plan

Job summary

Carease Health in Fort Bend County, TX is seeking a compassionate Care Companion/Social Worker to join our Collaborative Care team. You will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

The role emphasizes geriatric mental health, coordination with psychiatric professionals, and ongoing supervision. The position offers a stable salary and flexibility to choose days and hours that fit your schedule.

Qualifications

• Degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related mental health field.
• Understanding of geriatric mental health in long-term care settings.
• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities per schedule with supervisor.
• Assess residents' emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
• Provide short-term, solution-focused therapy and supportive interventions.
• Document visit notes and maintain records after each visit.
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP.

Skills

Geriatric mental health understanding

Strong communication

Documentation skills

Crisis management

Education

Associate/Bachelor's/Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling or related field

Job description

Carease Health in Fort Bend County, TX is seeking a compassionate Care Companion/Social Worker to join our Collaborative Care team. You will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

The role emphasizes geriatric mental health, coordination with psychiatric professionals, and ongoing supervision. The position offers a stable salary and flexibility to choose days and hours that fit your schedule.