Social Worker - Oncology
About The Position
Description $5,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external hires that meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment This is a combined posting for a Social Worker MSW and Social Worker LCSW. The requirements of each role are listed below under each associated title. Consideration for each role will be based on qualifications. If you have the qualifications of any one of these three positions, we encourage you to apply. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Social Worker MSW Assumes a case load of 35-40 patients a month, which includes identification, assessment and intervention of patient / family needs including coordination of cancer support resources, referral to appropriate resources and emotional supportive counseling to patients and their families receiving their care at the Swedish Cancer Institute. Facilitates educational classes and support groups. In addition, participates as a social work practicum instructor for interns. Must be able to commute to multiple Swedish Medical Center sites and affiliate locations to provide oncology social work services. Social Worker LCSW Assumes a case load of 35-40 patients a month, which includes identification, assessment and intervention of patient / family needs including coordination of cancer support resources, referral to appropriate resources and emotional supportive counseling to patients and their families receiving their care at the Swedish Cancer Institute. Facilitates educational classes and support groups. In addition, participates as a social work practicum instructor for interns. Must be able to commute to multiple Swedish Medical Center sites and affiliate locations to provide oncology social work services. Why Join Providence Swedish? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work
- Upon hire: Washington Clinical Independent Social Worker Associate License (MSW)
- 2 years of post-graduate experience in providing services to clients who have chronic and acute illness in a health care setting, preferably oncology; --or-- Graduated social work interns through the Swedish Cancer Institute internship program
- Upon hire: Washington Clinical Independent Social Worker License (LCSW)
Nice To Haves
- Support group leadership experience
- Hospice or home-health experience desirable to maximize psychosocial intervention in assisting patients with issues of disability, separation, loss and dying
Responsibilities
- Assumes a case load of 35-40 patients a month, which includes identification, assessment and intervention of patient / family needs including coordination of cancer support resources, referral to appropriate resources and emotional supportive counseling to patients and their families receiving their care at the Swedish Cancer Institute.
- Facilitates educational classes and support groups.
- Participates as a social work practicum instructor for interns.
- Must be able to commute to multiple Swedish Medical Center sites and affiliate locations to provide oncology social work services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
