Social worker/ Care companion

Careasehealth; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

401k matching

Job summary

Carease Health is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team in Sheboygan, WI. As a Social Worker/Care Companion, you will offer emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities, helping older adults feel heard and connected.

You will visit facilities, assess needs, deliver short-term interventions, document interactions, and collaborate with psychiatric professionals, including monthly NP meetings.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of geriatric mental health
• Crisis management experience in long-term care
• Strong psychosocial support and communication abilities
• High-quality documentation and record-keeping

Responsibilities

• Visit designated facilities according to 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 and participate in monthly meetings with the psychiatric NP

Skills

Geriatric mental health

Crisis management

Psychosocial support

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Social Work / Psychology degree

Job description

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Social Worker/Care Companion

Job Title: Social Worker/Care Companion

Location: Sheboygan, WI

Company: Carease Health - WI

Job Summary:

Carease Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team. As a Social Worker/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

• Pick the day and hours that work for you!

• Paid training

• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team

• Matching 401k Plan