Geriatric Mental Health Provider — Flexible Hours & Impact

Carease Health; Breese (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

401k plan

Job summary

Carease Health is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team in Illinois. You will offer emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities, with a focus on older adults and their well-being.

You will participate in regular supervision, collaborate with psychiatric professionals, and attend monthly meetings 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.

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

Geriatric mental health understanding

Crisis management

Psychosocial support

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Relationship-building

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Carease Health is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team in Illinois. You will offer emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities, with a focus on older adults and their well-being.

You will participate in regular supervision, collaborate with psychiatric professionals, and attend monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP.