Care Companion/ Social worker

Care Companion Job Description

Job Title: Care Companion
Location: North Cape May, NJ
Company: Carease Health - NJ

At Carease Health - NJ, 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. Our experienced clinical team operates discreetly in the background, seamlessly aligning with your facility's processes and protocols to ensure minimal disruption to your current operations.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider to join our Collaborative Care team as a Care Companion. In this role, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities, making a direct impact on the lives of older adults.

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

Interested candidates should apply to join our Care Companion team today!