Social Work - Oncology

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, AR, USA
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Initial psychosocial assessment with new patients
Development of treatment plans and interventions
Crisis intervention and grief counseling
The position provides clinical psychosocial services and case management for patients and families within the UAMS Cancer Service Line

Job Summary

  • The position provides clinical psychosocial services and case management for patients and families within the UAMS Cancer Service Line.
  • Employees receive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts.
  • The role requires participation in a multidisciplinary team to address emotional components of illness, including adjustment, grief, and crisis intervention.

Matching Summary

The position provides clinical psychosocial services and case management for patients and families within the UAMS Cancer Service Line.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Initial psychosocial assessment with new patients
  • Development of treatment plans and interventions
  • Crisis intervention and grief counseling
  • Coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Documentation in Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
  • Patient education and resource referral

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supervising graduate interns
  • Program development capabilities
  • Strong collaboration with community resources
  • Ability to work evening shifts occasionally
  • Knowledge of clinical trial access processes

Key Requirements

  • Masters Degree in Social Work
  • Current Arkansas LMSW or LCSW license
  • Zero to two years experience for LCSW I
  • Three years experience for LCSW II
  • Supervisory experience for LCSW I and II
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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