Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Cancer Program - FT Days at Pennsylvania Hospital

Description

Pennsylvania Hospital is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join our Cancer Program Team. This is a full time, day shift opportunity.

Summary:

• The Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, case management and individual counseling to patients and their families within the Abramson Cancer Center at Pennsylvania Hospital, as part of a social work team.

Responsibilities:

• Provides psychosocial assessment and individual therapy to patients/family members on a short term basis (50% of role)

· Provides oncology case management, (50% of role) which includes:

• • Coordinating care and services across internal/external providers
  • Connecting patients with community resources
  • Collaborating with families, caregivers, and support systems as appropriate
  • Facilitating referrals and follow-up to promote continuity of care
• Provide support for cancer program staff through facilitation of process groups and educational sessions.
• Provides consultation and training on psychosocial aspects of human behavior and complex environments including distress management.

Credentials:

• Licensed Clinical SW (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Master of Arts or Science (Required)
• Education Specialization: Social Work Equivalent Experience: •And 2+ years Health Care experience counseling and/or employment in social work in a healthcare setting.
• Oncology experience preferred

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.