Social work/Care companion

Carease Health; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Regular supervision

401k plan

Flexible schedule

Monthly clinical meetings

Job summary

Carease Health in Erie, PA is seeking a part-time Social Work/Care Companion to visit designated facilities, conduct assessments, and provide short-term, solution-focused therapy to address immediate concerns. You will collaborate with psychiatric professionals, document visits, and support residents to feel heard and emotionally connected.

Requirements include an Associate, Bachelor's, or Master's in a mental health field and at least one year of experience.

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

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

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Crisis management

Education

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

Job description

Join Carease Health - PA in Erie, PA

About the Role

As a part-time Social Work/Care Companion, you will visit designated facilities, conduct assessments, and implement short-term, solution-focused therapy and supportive interventions to address immediate concerns. Your role 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.

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
• Flexibility to pick your day and hours
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401k Plan