Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

Hope & Healing Cancer Services is expanding its comprehensive oncology care model to include integrated behavioral health services . We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) to provide specialized mental health support to oncology patients and their families. This role will focus on addressing the psychological, emotional, and behavioral challenges associated with cancer diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and palliative care, while working closely with a multidisciplinary oncology team. Key Responsibilities 1. Patient Care & Counseling Provide individual counseling to oncology patients across the care continuum (new diagnosis, active treatment, survivorship, end-of-life) Conduct psychosocial assessments , including distress screening and risk evaluation Develop and implement individualized treatment plans Provide crisis intervention and emotional support Support patients coping with: Treatment-related stress Chronic illness adjustment End-of-life concerns 2. Family & Caregiver Support Provide counseling and guidance to family members and caregivers Facilitate family meetings when needed Support caregiver burnout and emotional strain 3. Integration with Oncology Care Team Collaborate with: Oncologists Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) Nurses Clinical Research Coordinators Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions Integrate behavioral health into clinical workflows and care plans 4. Program Development Assist in building and scaling the oncology behavioral health program Develop: Screening protocols (e.g., distress thermometer) Referral pathways Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Support integration with: 5. Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EHR (CureMD) Ensure compliance with:

HIPAA

State of Illinois regulations Oncology and behavioral health best practices Participate in quality improvement initiatives 6. Group & Educational Programs Develop and lead: Support groups (e.g., breast cancer, caregiver groups) Psychoeducation sessions Stress management workshops Qualifications Required Active Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or related field Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience Preferred Experience in: Oncology or chronic illness populations Hospital or outpatient medical settings Familiarity with: Trauma-informed care Grief counseling Experience working in multidisciplinary teams #J-18808-Ljbffr HOPE & HEALING CANCER SERVICES LLC