Geriatric Mental Health Companion & Support Specialist

Careasehealth; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401k Plan

Paid training

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Carease Health in Hillsdale, PA is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to serve residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will perform emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments, coordinating with psychiatric professionals to ensure comprehensive care and monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP.

This role emphasizes proactive wellbeing through RPM, CCM, and CoCM, with a focus on short-term interventions, thorough documentation, and building strong, trusted

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

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

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Social Work / Psychology / Counseling degree

Job description

Social Work/Care Companion

Join Carease Health - PA in Hillsdale, PA

As a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider, you'll provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. At Carease Health, we prioritize proactive measures for enhanced physical health and well-being, incorporating Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), Chronic Care Management (CCM), and Collaborative Care Management (CoCM) into our comprehensive preventative care program.

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

• Competitive benefits package, including

  • Matching 401k Plan

  • Paid training

  • Flat salary structure with flexible scheduling options

Apply Today!

Join our team of compassionate professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults. Apply now to become a Social Work/Care Companion with Carease Health - PA, and make a direct impact on the lives of those who need your guidance and support.

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