Geriatric Mental Health Social Worker - Flexible Hours

Carease Health; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Paid training

Matching 401k Plan

Pick the day and hours that work for你

Regular supervision with psychiatric

Job summary

Carease Health in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Social Work/Care Companion to provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will visit facilities, assess needs, and document care plans while collaborating with psychiatric professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

The role emphasizes resident-centered support, ongoing supervision, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team.

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 skills and relationship‑

Geriatric mental health knowledge

Education

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

Job description

Carease Health in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Social Work/Care Companion to provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will visit facilities, assess needs, and document care plans while collaborating with psychiatric professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

The role emphasizes resident-centered support, ongoing supervision, and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team.