Mental health/ Care companion

Apploi; Drums (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful resident-focused work

Regular supervision

Growth opportunities

Matching 401k plan

Paid training

Job summary

Carease Health in PA is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team as a Mental Health/Care Companion. You will offer emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities, helping them feel heard and connected.

The role emphasizes warm communication, documentation, and collaboration with psychiatric professionals. A part-time schedule and paid training support your ongoing growth in geriatric mental

Qualifications

• Degrees in social work, psychology, counseling or a related mental health field.
• Geriatric mental health knowledge and crisis management understanding.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience: 1 year in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities per schedule with supervisor.
• Assess residents for emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
• Provide short-term, solution-focused therapy and supportive interventions.
• Document visit notes and maintain records of interactions and interventions.
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Associate/Bachelor's/Master's in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling

Job description

Mental Health/Care Companion Job Description

Job Summary

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. If you're a professional who wants to make a direct impact on the lives of older adults, helping them feel heard, supported, and emotionally connected within their environment, this is the ideal role for you.

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

• 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

• PART_TIME flexible schedule to fit your needs

• Paid training to ensure you feel confident and prepared for your role

• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team

• Matching 401k Plan to ensure your financial security