Geriatric Social Worker / Care Companion — Flexible Hours

Carease Health; Cooper Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Pick the day and hours that work for你

Paid training

Matching 401k Plan

Job summary

Carease Health in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Social Work/Care Companion to support older adults in skilled nursing facilities. You will provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents as part of a Collaborative Care team.

The role emphasizes resident-focused work with regular supervision and collaboration with psychiatric providers, plus opportunities for professional growth and paid training.

Qualifications

• Associates, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Understanding of geriatric mental health 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

Empathy

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Social Work / Psychology / Counseling degree

Job description

Carease Health in Kalamazoo, MI, seeks a Social Work/Care Companion to support older adults in skilled nursing facilities. You will provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents as part of a Collaborative Care team.

The role emphasizes resident-focused work with regular supervision and collaboration with psychiatric providers, plus opportunities for professional growth and paid training.