Social Work Specialist

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Social Work Specialist works in partnership with the Oncology Social Worker to assist patients and families in achieving maximum physical, social, and emotional wellness. Provides resource/referral information including but not limited to: community resources, housing/lodging, medical insurance, financial assistance, transportation, and basic support group/counselor information. Works with patients and families to complete pertinent applications for assistance and refers patient to services/organizations as appropriate within OHSU and the larger community. The SWS may also assist with assessment of patient needs and will coordinate with the Oncology Social Worker regarding plan of care and clinical social work support needs. The person in this position must be able to demonstrate strong patient advocacy skills and follow patients through the course of their treatment. This position supports the CHM team and other oncology teams as needed.

Requirements

• Two years of social service work experience providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis which includes full responsibility for handling each case plan; AND
• A Bachelor’s degree, or three more years of experience which shows: knowledge of casework methods and techniques; knowledge of patient’s family’s rights; knowledge of medical terminology; and knowledge of implications of the effect of illness, injury and/or disability on patients and families.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of diverse customers in difficult situations.
• Skill in developing and maintaining professional relationships.
• Ability to prioritize work demands.
• Ability to interpret and follow policies and procedures.
• Experience working with oncology patients
• Experience working with an electronic medical record system.
• Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

• Advocates for patients and families, screens for needs/concerns and makes appropriate referrals
• Screens patients’ and families’ ability to cope with major life changes
• Provides support to patients and families referring to Oncology Social Worker as appropriate
• Provides patient/family with information regarding patient care issues, facilitates in the coordination of follow up care in OHSU clinics or in the community
• Assists with housing and transportation needs as necessary
• Works in partnership with SWS team and oncology SW
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities an efficent manner per departmental policies
• Complete all OHSU/Joint Commission mandatory education requirements and activities within established time lines
• Yearly competencies as identified by department
• Participates in department meetings
• Participates in workshops, seminars and training sessions to maintain professional competency
• Assists in staff education
• Visits community facilities, programs or services to acquire pertinent resource information.

Benefits

• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees