Social Worker (LICSW)- Oncology

Southcoast Health System, Inc. • Fall River, MA

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About The Position

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities across Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. They are committed to providing inclusive, ethical workplaces and world-class, comprehensive healthcare. The organization has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for seven consecutive years. Southcoast Health is seeking a talented Social Worker-Clin Onc-LICSW. A $7,500 new hire sign-on bonus is offered to eligible candidates with an LICSW or LMHC license at the time of hire, including rehires termed more than one year ago.

Requirements

• A Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
• Current Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work (LICSW) is required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Current Massachusetts Social Work license is required.
• LICSW required.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electronic medical record documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision and direction of the Director, Medical Oncology or designee, provide clinical social work services to patients and families assisting to remove barriers to care by providing interventions/referrals for financial and transportation issues.
• Provide case management services independently including but not limited to application of clinical diagnostic, assessment or treatment knowledge or skills.
• Conduct behavioral health assessments and provide behavior health treatment including individual and family psychotherapy utilizing brief treatment modalities.
• Provide age specific assessments of psychological and social functioning including determining various psychiatric diagnoses according to current DSM criteria and establishing intervention plans to address the identified issue.
• Screen and evaluate patients and their families for psychological distress during diagnosis and disease progression.

Benefits

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities they serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
• $7,500 new hire sign-on bonus with LICSW or LMHC license at time of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees