Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

The US Oncology Network•Round Rock, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to support its Round Rock location. The role provides clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients experiencing mental, emotional, and behavioral concerns, as well as emotional and psychosocial support for patients, families, and caregivers. The social worker collaborates with the interdisciplinary medical team, connects patients and families with community resources, and supports care across the cancer continuum, including diagnosis, advanced cancer, end-of-life care, and survivorship. The position also contributes to quality improvement and value-based care initiatives, staff education, support groups, and community engagement. The role requires adherence to the US Oncology Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, and Business Standards. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no weekends, call, or major holidays. The work takes place in an oncology/hematology clinic environment and involves frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, clinic staff, and external organizations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Valid and current Texas master’s clinical-level license, such as LCSW.
Knowledge of age-specific differences among late adolescents, adults, middle-aged patients, and older adults.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of experience as a clinical social worker in a health care setting is preferred.
Oncology, palliative care, and/or hospice experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic counseling to patients, family members, and caregivers, and assess, diagnose, and treat mental, emotional, and behavioral concerns as appropriate.
Document counseling sessions and billing requirements accurately and promptly when billing for services.
Apply knowledge of the psychosocial impact of cancer throughout the continuum of care, including practical, psychological, and spiritual or existential concerns.
Provide emotional support and crisis assessment and interventions to patients and families, as well as non-pharmacologic support for pain, sleep issues, and other physical concerns.
Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary medical team and communicate with team members about patient and family needs.
Contribute to value-based care initiatives, including distress and depression screening follow-up, advance care planning, end-of-life conversations, and transitions.
Support patients and families as they transition to and address issues associated with survivorship.
Conduct psychosocial needs assessments and provide appropriate follow-up, considering social support, community resources, and coping mechanisms.
Develop, maintain, and facilitate support groups for patients and families.
Coordinate support groups with local agencies and health care providers to avoid duplication and address patient population needs.
Educate clinic staff about the clinical social worker role in medical practice and serve as a resource on psychological needs, social and behavioral determinants of health outcomes, compassion fatigue or satisfaction, and secondary trauma.
Provide information about community resources and help patients and families access services.
Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, health care organizations, and other providers to support patients and families.
Advocate for patients and families in navigating the health care system and facilitate communication with the medical team.
Document all interventions accurately, appropriately, and promptly in the EMR.
Give professional presentations to groups and organizations about psychosocial and psychological aspects of the cancer experience.
Participate in quality improvement activities and, as applicable, oversee staff providing coordination of social services.
As appropriate, supervise MSW student interns, including candidate review, mentoring, and documentation training.
As appropriate, provide clinical supervision to MSWs working toward clinical licensure.
Apply knowledge of age-specific physiological, psychological, and developmental differences for late adolescents, adults, middle-aged patients, and older adults.
Support and adhere to the US Oncology Compliance Program, Code of Ethics, and Business Standards.