Oncology Social Worker

Oncology Social Worker

The role of the oncology social worker is to help patients, families, and caregivers deal with the experience of facing cancer. Social workers are educated and skilled to assist with the psychological, social, emotional, and spiritual issues that people have to deal with in oncology. Social workers are there to help people with practical needs, like finding resources in the institution and the community, and with such complex needs such as adjusting to an illness, dealing with transitions and decision-making, navigating cultural issues, and communicating with family members, friends, and health care providers. Social workers meet with patients and family members individually and/or as a family, run support and education groups, and work as part of oncology care teams.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required
• Active Illinois Social Worker license required
• Medical social work experience and training required
• Oncology-specific experience preferred, but not required
• Familiarity with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the Behavioral Health field
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to develop and deliver educational presentations

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.