Mental health/ Care companion

Apploi; Cheswick (Allegheny County); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flat salary

Pick the day and hours that work for你！

Paid training

Constant support and guidance from our

Matching 401k Plan

Résumé du poste

Carease Health in Pennsylvania is seeking a Mental Health/Care Companion to provide emotional support, brief therapy, and assessments for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will visit facilities, assess needs, and document outcomes while coordinating with psychiatric providers.

The role emphasizes resident-centered care, regular supervision, and ongoing training, with a flexible daily schedule and a flat salary.

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Empathy skills

Geriatric mental health knowledge

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Formation

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

Outils

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Description du poste

Mental Health/Care Companion

Join Carease Health - PA and make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults

Carease Health - PA is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team. As a Mental Health/Care Companion, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. This position is ideal for professionals who want to make a direct impact on the lives of older adults—helping them feel heard, supported, and emotionally connected within their environment.

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.
• Flat salary
• Pick the day and hours that work for you!
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401k Plan