Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW Outpatient Oncology
About The Position
Outpatient Oncology social work is a sub-specialty of clinical medical social work. The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides oncology social work interventions in the outpatient oncology setting with pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric cancer patients, caregivers and family members throughout the diagnostic and treatment continuum and survivorship. The LCSW has specialized training in comprehensive cancer care and mental health and is skilled in the ability to help people living with cancer improve their quality of life, manage distress, cope effectively, develop strategies, utilize community resources and find hope. The LCSW works in a multidisciplinary collaborative team with physicians and other healthcare team members in determining patient's medical status, treatment plan and prognosis as they relate to and effect psychosocial care, long-term care, palliative and end-of-life care planning. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Requirements
- Experience in clinical counseling, including palliative and end-of-life issues
- Three years of experience in oncology/hematology/palliative care social work
- Current active State of Florida license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Nice To Haves
- Current, active Oncology Social Work Certification (OSW-C), as administered by the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
Responsibilities
- Conducts oncology distress screenings and psychosocial assessments to evaluate the full impact of cancer on patients and caregivers.
- Develops and implements treatment plans with patients and caregivers to enhance psychosocial functioning during and after cancer treatment.
- Provides individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support groups specific to oncology.
- Assesses patients' and caregivers' understanding of diagnosis and treatment needs, and facilitate adherence to treatment recommendations.
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
- Career Development
- Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
- $3000 Relocation Bonus to Eligible Candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
