Social Worker/ Social Worker

Careasehealth; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flat salary

Flexible schedule

Paid training

401k plan

Supervision and clinical support

Job summary

Carease Health in MA is seeking a Social Worker for a part-time role to provide emotional support, brief therapy, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

The role involves visiting designated facilities, conducting assessments, and collaborating with psychiatric professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Regular supervision and ongoing training are offered, with a flat salary for approximately 10 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

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

Geriatric mental health

Education

Associates/Bachelor's/Master's in Social Work or related field

Health-related mental health background

Job description

Social Worker/ Social Worker

Join our compassionate team at Carease Health - MA, a leading provider of comprehensive preventative care programs, as a Social Worker/ Social Worker. In this part‑time role, you'll play a vital role in providing emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

About the Role

As a Social Worker/ Social Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of older adults, helping them feel heard, supported, and emotionally connected within their environment. Our experienced clinical team operates seamlessly with your facility's processes and protocols to ensure minimal disruption to your current operations.

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: $16,000 - $18,000 annually

• Pick the day and hours that work for you! Approximately 10 hours per week during Monday-Friday, within regular 8-5 hours

• Paid training

• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team

• Matching 401k Plan