Clinician Social Services MSW - Oncology Support Services

Company: Providence Health & Services
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Description Clinician Social Services MSW Oncology - Oncology Support Services at Providence Alaska Medical Center Maintains a case load of oncology patients which includes identification, assessment and intervention of patient / family needs including coordination of cancer support resources, referral to appropriate resources and emotional supportive counseling to patients and their families receiving their care at the Cancer Center. Facilitates educational classes, support groups, and other survivorship projects. In addition, participates as a social work practicum instructor for interns. Required qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the State of Alaska within 6 months of hire. A temporary license will be accepted on hire
• Oncology Social Work Certification with in three years of hire Preferred qualifications:
  • Two (2) years post-graduate experience in providing services to clients who have chronic and acute illness in a health care setting, preferably oncology; or graduated social work interns who have completed their practicums with Providence
  • Support group leadership experience
  • Hospice or home-health experience desirable to maximize psychosocial intervention in assisting patients with issues of disability, separation, loss and dying
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Alaska
  • Oncology Social Worker (OSW) Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. About Providence Alaska Medical Center Providence Health & Services Alaska is among nation's best employers for healthy lifestyles! The National Business Group on Health, a non-profit association of large U.S. employers, has honored Providence Alaska for its commitment and dedication to promoting a healthy workplace and encouraging our caregivers (employees) and families to support and maintain healthy lifestyles. Mountain-Pacific Quality Health has awarded Providence Alaska Medical Center with its Quality Achievement Award for high-quality care in the areas of heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia and surgical infection prevention. This is the highest honor awarded by Mountain-Pacific. As the state's largest hospital, Providence Alaska Medical Center provides full-service, comprehensive care to all Alaskans, a role unmatched by any other in the state. Within our community, you will find top notch ski resorts, kayaking, and wildlife. Enjoying the outdoors is just one of many reasons to live in and explore Alaska! We offer a full comprehensive range of benefits - see our website for details - http://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/rewards-benefits About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Requsition ID: P367244 Company: Providence Jobs Job Category: Social Services Job Function: Clinical Care Schedule: Full time Shift: Day Career Track: Clinical Professional Department: 1017 AK PAMC ONC SUPP SVC Address: AK Anchorage 3200 Providence Dr Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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