Mental health/ Care companion

Apploi; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Matching 401k Plan

Regular supervision

Job summary

Carease Health in Illinois is seeking a compassionate Mental Health/ Care Companion to support residents in skilled nursing facilities as part of our Collaborative Care team. You will provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments, and document visits to ensure continuity of care.

You will collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP, to deliver comprehensive care while helping older adults feel heard, supported, and

Qualifications

• Geriatric mental health experience preferred.
• Crisis management and psychosocial support skills.
• Strong documentation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities as scheduled with supervisor.
• Assess residents' emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
• Provide short-term, solution-focused therapy and supportive interventions.
• Document visit notes and maintain detailed records.
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals and participate in monthly NP meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Associate Degree

Job description

Mental Health/ Care Companion

Job Summary:

Carease Health - IL is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health/ Care Companion to join our Collaborative Care team. As a key member of our mental health team, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. This is an ideal opportunity 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
• Pick the day and hours that work for you!
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401k Plan