About this Oncology Licensed Clinical Social Worker role at AdventHealth
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403-B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well-being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule:
Full timeShift:
Day (United States of America)Address:
601 E ROLLINS STCity:
ORLANDOState:
FloridaPostal Code:
32803Job Description:
- Conducts oncology distress screenings and psychosocial assessments to evaluate the full impact of cancer on patients and caregivers.
- Develops and implements treatment plans with patients and caregivers to enhance psychosocial functioning during and after cancer treatment.
- Provides individual and family counseling, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support groups specific to oncology.
- Assesses patients' and caregivers' understanding of diagnosis and treatment needs, and facilitate adherence to treatment recommendations.
- Evaluates patients' functional, emotional, and psychiatric status, providing clinical interventions and referrals to mental health treatment as needed.
- Addresses patients' and caregivers' transportation, financial, employment, disability, and insurance issues, making appropriate referrals for assistance.
- Delivers evidence-based counseling in specialized oncology clinics.
- Conducts depression screenings and suicide assessments, and initiate the Baker Act process when necessary.
- Documents social work interventions and maintains department statistics in a timely manner.
- Participates in community outreach and marketing efforts to support oncology programs.
- Assists with social work coverage in other clinics and attend meetings and site visits as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent written and communication skills with patients, families, and caregivers as well as other members of the healthcare team, including conflict management and advocacy.
- Ability to uphold professional standards by adhering to the NASW Code of Ethics, AOSW Standards of Care for Oncology Social Workers.
- Knowledge of growth and human development, ethnicity, spirituality, individual personality, sexuality, and family life specific to oncology and illness adjustment for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric cancer patient, caregiver, and family members. [Required]
- Knowledge of advanced directives, including DNR. [Required]
- Knowledge of home health care, palliative care, and hospice care. [Required]
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal entitlement programs and oncology-specific community resources and support programs. [Required]
- Ability to maintain a professional appearance and work environment which reinforces a client-centered, therapeutic relationship. [Required]
- Time management. [Required]
- Knowledge of EMR systems [Preferred]
- Bilingual (English required/Spanish) [Preferred]
- Experience in clinical counseling, including palliative and end-of-life issues [Preferred]
- Oncology medical social work [Preferred]
Education:
- Master's [Required]
Field of Study:
- Social Work
Work Experience:
- 3+ experience in oncology/hematology/palliative care social work [Required]
Licenses and Certifications:
- Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) [Required]
- Oncology Social Work Certification (OSW-C) [Preferred]
Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2
Pay Range:
$54,230.45 - $100,875.88Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)
Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.
Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
