Social Worker Care Companion

Social Worker Care Companion - Sarasota, FL

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker Care Companion to join our Collaborative Care team at Carease Health - FL. As a key member of our team, you will provide emotional support, brief therapeutic interventions, and mental health assessments to residents in skilled nursing facilities.

As a Social Worker Care Companion, you will 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. You will be visiting designated facilities in accordance with your schedule, conducting assessments of residents to identify their emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs. You will then implement short‑term, solution‑focused therapy and supportive interventions to address their immediate concerns.

• 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

• 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

• 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: $33,000 - $35,000 annually
• Part‑time schedule with flexible hours
• Paid training
• Constant support and guidance from our clinical team
• Matching 401(k) plan

If you are a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker Care Companion looking to make a difference in the lives of older adults, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Join our team today and start making a positive impact on the lives of those who need it most!