Social Work/Care Companion

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

Social Work/Care Companion

Join Carease Health in Kalamazoo, MI, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults! We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team.

About the Role:

As a Social Work/Care Companion, 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
• Flat salary
• Pick the day and hours that work for you!
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401k Plan