Social Worker, Acute Oncology (Cancer Institute) - Monday-Friday (Daytime)
Social Worker, Acute Oncology (Cancer Institute) - Monday-Friday (Daytime)
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Job Description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Description:
This is a Monday through Friday opportunity to work with a dynamic team of clinical professionals at a well-respected healthcare organization at our Cancer Center.The Oncology Social Worker (OSW) provides assessment counseling referral and psychosocial support to patients and their families who need assistance in handling emotional or financial distress or coping needs associated with cancer and cancer treatment. The OSW facilitates the development of support services and programs designed to achieve optimal outcomes for cancer patients and their families. The OSW provides expertise to the Cancer Committee community and physicians on psychosocial needs and resources available for cancer patients families and caregivers. This healthcare professional establishes trust with a diverse population of cancer patients to improve their navigation of support and resources.
At Holy Cross we value patient-care work-life balance and a positive culture.
We offer:
Competitive salary
Benefits Medical Dental & Vision PTO Free Parking Metro Access
Tuition Reimbursement 403(b)
Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
Advancement: Career growth opportunities
Location: Holy Cross Health has two hospitals and multiple healthcare centers all a short driving distance from Washington DC and Baltimore MD
Supports the Mission of Trinity Health and Holy Cross Hospital.
Supports the Strategic and Operational Plans for the Holy Cross Cancer Institute.
Description:
Reporting to the Cancer Center Director
The Oncology Social Worker will provide assessment (distress screenings) counseling referral and additional planning services to adult groups of oncology patients treated at Holy Cross facilities while also providing supportive services to patients and their families.
OSW will manage Oncology Referrals and outpatient oncology patients. The OSW assists in providing guidance to patients to overcome barriers related to Oncology Care.
Responsibilities:
The Oncology Social Worker is focused on improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their families using community-based services.
Reviewed clinical assessments and determining appropriate levels of care determining if additional clinical services are needed for infants to elderly patient population.
Effectively handled member crisis calls by identifying risk ensuring safety and coordinating timely access to care.
What you will need:
State of Maryland LSWA LGSW LCSW or LCSW-C licensure (or license eligible).
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Social Work.
One year of social work experience in an acute-care setting preferred. Demonstrated ability to work with all age groups of patients with an emphasis on adult and geriatric patients. Able to communicate effectively.
About us:
Holy Cross Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240000 individuals each year from Marylands two largest counties Montgomery and Prince Georges counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative high-quality health care services.
We were named one of Americas 100 Best Hospitals for 2021.
Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
