Geriatric Care Companion — Flexible Hours & Growth

Carease Health; Hillsborough Township (NJ); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flat salary

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Monthly clinical meetings

401(k) plan match

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Formation

Associate Degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Description du poste

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.