Location

Title

First Shift

Time Type

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

The Oncology Social Worker reports to the Unit Coordinator of the Medical Oncology Department and also the Radiation Oncology Supervisor of the Radiation Oncology Department, with a functional report to the Medical Director of the Cancer Care Center of Bronson Battle Creek.

This position provides psychosocial assessment and evaluations for patient and their family members, individual group and family counseling, coordination of available services, referrals to community resources, financial assistance and referral to Bronson Battle Creek Oncology funds, discharge planning and organizes and facilitates support groups.

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field required

2-3 years clinical experience preferred

Licensed in the State of Michigan as a (LMSW) Licensed Master Degree Social Worker.(must be in good standing and valid in the state of Michigan)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a clean, well-lighted & temperature controlled environment.  The Oncology Social Worker must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions, such as, moderate noise, infectious/communicable diseases, radiation, chemicals or chemical fumes, odors, gases and dusts.

.     Customer Relations skills

      II.    Interpersonal skills

      III.   Communication

      IV.   Ability to concentrate

      V.    High degree of flexibility

      VI.    Ability to cope with a high level of stress

      VII.   Ability to make fast decisions under pressure

      VIII.  Ability to cope with the anger/fear/hostility of others in a calm manner

      IX.    Ability to cope with confrontation

      X.     Ability to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situation

      XI.    Ability to assist with problem resolution

      XII.   Ability to work alone

      XIII.  Ability to demonstrate a high degree of patience

Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.  The job produces some physical demands.  Typical of jobs that include regular walking, standing, stooping, bending, sitting, and some lifting of light weight objects.

• Referrals are received from patients, families, staff and physicians.

• Provides initial psychosocial assessments for all patient and/or family involvement in a timely manner according to department policies and procedures. Assesses patients for pain on a 1-10 scale and reports back to physician and nursing staff, according to hospital policy and procedures.

• Utilizes interventions which are responsive to patient/family concerns, demonstrating clinical knowledge of age specific bio-psychosocial factors.  Incorporates into treatment plan.

• Develops effective working relationships with patient and/or family and healthcare team members.

• Interacts and communicates effectively with community agencies in assessment of and service to patients.  Provides liaison and referral services to community agencies. 

• Maintains confidentiality and complies with professional ethics according to professional, department, and hospital standards.

• Communicates effectively with the Department Director on a routine basis and informs her/him of sensitive issues.

• Comply with policies and procedures in completing department records, including computer documentation and other statistical records.

• Responds to new referrals in a timely manner and documents according to policy. 

• Complies with required standards for medical/legal situations (i.e., child abuse, dependent alcohol abuse, and home health referrals).

• Links patients to “Patient Assistance Programs” through pharmaceutical companies and related access to care foundations per ability to meet qualifications.

• Oversees and coordinates with the department Director, pharmacy, nursing, oncology staff, financial services and marketing the administration of the Medication Oncology Fund and other restricted funds.

• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service in a manner that is reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the Compliance Accountability Program, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.

• Facilitates group support sessions and stress management classes for both inpatient and outpatient clients.

• Performs related duties as assigned.