What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker/Care Companion position at Carease Health?
Madison, WI
Carease Health - WI
As a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider, we invite you to join our Collaborative Care team at Carease Health - WI. In this part-time role, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities in Madison, WI, and Lodi, WI.
Key Responsibilities:
Carease Health - WI
As a compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Provider, we invite you to join our Collaborative Care team at Carease Health - WI. In this part-time role, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities in Madison, WI, and Lodi, WI.
Key Responsibilities:
- Visit designated facilities in accordance with the scheduled 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
- Associate's, 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
- 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: $14,000 - $16,000 ANNUALLY
- Paid training
- Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
- Matching 401(k) Plan
Salary : $14,000 - $16,000