Geriatric Mental Health Companion - Flexible Scheduling

Careasehealth; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401k matching

Flat salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Carease Health in Illinois is seeking a Mental Health/Care Companion to support older adults in skilled nursing facilities. You will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents.

Join a Collaborative Care team with supervision and ongoing training, participate in monthly meetings with psychiatric providers, and enjoy a flat salary with flexible days and hours.

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.
• 1 year of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities as scheduled with your 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 of interactions and interventions.
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including participation in a monthly meeting with the psychiatric NP.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's/Associate/Master's in mental health field

Job description

Carease Health in Illinois is seeking a Mental Health/Care Companion to support older adults in skilled nursing facilities. You will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents.

Join a Collaborative Care team with supervision and ongoing training, participate in monthly meetings with psychiatric providers, and enjoy a flat salary with flexible days and hours.