Oncology SW - Londonderry, Nh
About The Position
Provides comprehensive social work services to patients, families, and caregivers across a variety of clinical settings. Conducts psychosocial assessments, develops and implements intervention and treatment plans, facilitates access to resources and services, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes. Provides counseling, crisis intervention, care coordination, discharge and transition planning, patient advocacy, and resource management services consistent with professional standards of practice, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities may vary based on assigned department, specialty area, or clinical setting, including but not limited to inpatient, outpatient, behavioral health, psychiatry, emergency, specialty care, and care management services.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
- Current Massachusetts social work license required.
- LCSW or LICSW required based on departmental assignment.
- Relevant clinical social work experience in healthcare, behavioral health, community health, psychiatric, ambulatory, or acute care settings preferred.
- Knowledge of social work principles, practices, ethics, and standards of care.
- Knowledge of behavioral health, psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, and care coordination practices.
- Understanding of healthcare systems, community resources, and patient advocacy principles.
- Strong communication, counseling, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively manage complex patient situations and competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency with electronic medical record systems and standard computer applications.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patient, family, behavioral health, environmental, social, and resource needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care, treatment, and intervention plans.
- Provide counseling, supportive therapy, crisis intervention, and emotional support to patients and families.
- Assess patient safety concerns and facilitate appropriate interventions and referrals.
- Evaluate barriers to care and recommend strategies to improve treatment adherence and health outcomes.
- Coordinate services across the continuum of care to ensure timely access to treatment, community resources, and support services.
- Facilitate discharge planning, transition planning, and continuity of care activities as appropriate.
- Collaborate with internal and external providers, agencies, facilities, and community organizations to address patient needs.
- Assist patients and families in navigating healthcare systems, insurance benefits, financial assistance programs, and community resources.
- Advocate for patient rights, self-determination, and equitable access to services.
- Provide individual, family, group, and/or supportive counseling services as appropriate to the clinical setting.
- Support patients experiencing behavioral health, substance use, emotional, psychosocial, or adjustment-related concerns.
- Participate in treatment planning, case consultation, and multidisciplinary care conferences.
- Facilitate referrals for specialized behavioral health, substance use, and community-based services.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, therapists, care managers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, case reviews, and care coordination meetings.
- Serve as a social work resource for patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Ensure compliance with professional standards, ethical guidelines, accreditation requirements, federal and state regulations, and organizational policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and safeguard patient information.
- Maintain required licensure and professional competencies.
- Participate in quality improvement, performance improvement, educational, and departmental initiatives.
- Serve as a preceptor, mentor, or resource to students and staff as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Vaccinated against influenza (flu)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
