Social Worker - LCSW - Hematology Oncology

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:
  
  Multiple plan options.
• Dental:
  
  Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:
  
  Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:
  
  HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement:
  Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

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The outpatient oncology social worker plays a vital role in supporting patients and their families throughout diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Social workers in our Cancer Center provide assessments, emotional support, counseling, education, and facilitate support groups/programs to help patients cope with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

The licensed clinical social worker collaborates with a multidisciplinary team working to exceed patient expectations. Additionally, they assist with resource coordination, including housing, transportation, insurance, and access to community services, while advocating for the patient's overall well-being and quality of life. As a member of the outpatient social work team, you will have access to a strong team of clinical social workers, committee and special project opportunities, serve as a preceptor in our internship and fellowship program, and work towards obtaining academic rank.

To be considered for this position, you must have a master’s degree in social work and two years' supervised therapy experience in behavioral health and/or medical social work including diagnostic assessment, individual, group, and family therapy.

• Licensure to practice independently at the clinical level as required by applicable state requirements (LCSW, LICSW).

• Clinical oncology experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of mental illness, personality development, knowledge of the types of treatment, and skills in conducting individual, group, and family therapy.
• Knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnoses and chronic disease.
• Strong communication skills are needed to interact with patients, patient's family members, multi- disciplinary team, community agencies, and other resources.
• Must have psychosocial diagnostic skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and in written form.

Exempt

$71,510.40 - $ / year;
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Yes

Full Time

80

Monday
-Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. Some flexibility for required business needs.

Occasional weekend assignments based on business needs.

No

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