Social Work/Care Companion

Carease Health; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 6,000 - 8,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Matching 401k Plan

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Carease Health in Michigan's Niles area seeks a Social Work/Care Companion to provide emotional support and brief therapy in skilled nursing facilities.

You will conduct assessments, implement short-term therapy, document visits, and collaborate with psychiatric professionals to ensure comprehensive care for residents.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a mental health field.
• Understanding of geriatric mental health and crisis management.
• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills.
• 1 year of experience in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Critical thinking

Empathy

Communication

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Electronic records

Job description

Social Work/Care Companion

Join Carease Health - MI's Collaborative Care Team in Niles, Michigan

Carease Health - MI is dedicated to providing comprehensive preventative care programs that prioritize the physical and mental well-being of our patients. We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Social Work/Care Companion team. As a Social Work/Care Companion, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

Job Summary:

As a Social Work/Care Companion, you will be an integral part of our Collaborative Care team, working closely with psychiatric professionals to provide comprehensive care to our patients. You will conduct assessments, implement short-term therapy and supportive interventions, and document visit notes and records. With your strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills, you will help our patients 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:

• Associate 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
• 1 year of experience in a mental health setting

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 of $6000 - $8000 ANNUALLY
• Pick the day and hours that work for you!
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401k Plan