Geriatric Mental Health Provider - Paid Training

Apploi; Wood River (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401k plan

Regular supervision

Monthly clinical meetings

Team support

Job summary

Carease Health in Illinois is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team, delivering emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. This role focuses on making a direct impact on older adults by helping them feel heard, supported, and emotionally connected within their environment.

You will work with a supportive team, receive supervision, and participate in ongoing training and monthly clinical

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

Crisis management

Education

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

Associate Degree

Job description

Carease Health in Illinois is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team, delivering emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. This role focuses on making a direct impact on older adults by helping them feel heard, supported, and emotionally connected within their environment.

You will work with a supportive team, receive supervision, and participate in ongoing training and monthly clinical