Social Work/Care Companion

Carease Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Pick the day and hours that work for你

Paid training

Constant clinical support

Matching 401k Plan

Job summary

Carease Health is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team in NY. You’ll deliver emotional support, brief therapies, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

This role focuses on direct impact for older adults, providing care within their environment and coordinating with psychiatric professionals. A flat salary and flexible schedule offer stability and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Requires mental health degree (AS/BA/MA) in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling.
• Experience: 1 year in mental health or long-term care setting.
• Geriatric mental health knowledge and crisis management.

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 detailed records after each visit.
• Collaborate with psychiatric professionals and participate in monthly meeting with the psychiatric NP.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Relationship-building

Education

Mental health degree (AS/BA/MA) in Social Work / Psychology / Counseling

Job description

Carease Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team. In this role, you’ll 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

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