Social Worker - Oncology Hybrid

St. Luke's University Health Network

Hybrid
Comprehensive psychosocial assessment
Short term counseling for patients
Resource access guidance
St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking an Oncology Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to cancer patients and their families in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate should possess a Master's Degree in social work, a Social Work License, and experience in oncology settings

Job Summary

  • The Oncology Social Worker provides cancer patients and their families with comprehensive psychosocial support services and relevant counseling including crisis, adaptation, rehabilitation, and bereavement.
  • Responsibilities include conducting ongoing assessments, facilitating referrals to community agencies, and guiding patients in accessing resources for practical needs such as transportation and financial assistance.
  • The role requires a minimum of three years of experience in an acute care oncology setting and involves collaborating with the Palliative Care team across the continuum.

Matching Summary

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St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking an Oncology Social Worker to provide psychosocial support to cancer patients and their families in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate should possess a Master's Degree in social work, a Social Work License, and experience in oncology settings.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Comprehensive psychosocial assessment
  • Short term counseling for patients
  • Resource access guidance
  • Distress screening coordination
  • Acute care oncology setting

Nice-to-have

  • Oncology Social Worker Certification
  • Specialty related support groups
  • Program development participation
  • Community education events
  • QA/QI active role

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in social work
  • Social Work License (LSW)
  • Three years acute care oncology experience
  • OSW-C certification preferred or within 3 years

Work Rights

Not specified

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