Social work/Care companion

Carease Health; Shippensburg (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 25,789,000 - 40,116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

401k matching

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Carease Health - PA is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team as a Social Work/Care Companion in Shippensburg, PA. The role focuses on providing emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

The position is PART TIME, offering a flexible schedule that you can tailor to your availability, with regular supervision and collaboration with psychiatric providers.

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
• 1 year of experience

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

Geriatric mental health

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Carease Health - PA is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care 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. This 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.

Social Work/Care Companion

Job Title: Social Work/Care Companion

Location: Shippensburg, PA

Company: Carease Health - PA

Job Type: PART_TIME

About the Role

Carease Health - PA is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care 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. This 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.

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
• 1 year of experience

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