Social Worker/Care Companion

Social Worker/Care Companion

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Company: Carease Health - IL

Organization: Carease Health - IL

Job Summary:

At Carease Health - IL, we prioritize proactive measures for enhanced physical health and well-being by incorporating Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM), Chronic Care Management (CCM) and Collaborative Care Management (CoCM) into our comprehensive preventative care program. As a Social Worker/Care Companion, you will play a crucial role in providing emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities. If you're looking for a meaningful, resident-focused work experience in a supportive team environment, we invite you to join our Collaborative Care team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Visit designated facilities as scheduled by your supervisor to conduct assessments of residents' 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.

• Understand geriatric mental health, crisis management, and psychosocial support in long-term care settings.

Qualifications:

• Associates, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or another mental health-related field.

• Strong communication, documentation, and relationship-building skills.

• Understanding of geriatric mental health, crisis management, and psychosocial support in long-term care settings.

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.

• Flexible part-time schedule of approximately 21 hours per week.

• Paid training and constant support and guidance from our clinical team.

• Matching 401k Plan.

Salary: $14,000 - $16,000 ANNUALLY

If you're passionate about making a direct impact on the lives of older adults, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join our team of compassionate professionals and become a vital part of our Collaborative Care team.