Social Work Counselor
MD Anderson
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2022-2023 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
The Social Work department is here to help patients, their families, and their caregivers cope with the diagnosis of cancer and to eliminate psychosocial complications as significant barriers to care in Texas, the nation and the world through outstanding integrated programs in patient care, research, education and prevention.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of social work experience and has worked with oncology patients. This position is in the Texas Medical Center and is fully onsite. The work schedule would be Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM.
Summary
Provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and counseling services to individuals, families and groups. Supports compliance with treatment protocols, advance care planning and assists with resource linkage as a part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Functions
1. Conducts biopsychosocial assessments using appropriate diagnostic criteria to recommend, facilitate, and implement interventions for a comprehensive treatment plan.
2. Uses counseling techniques, resource knowledge and linkage throughout the disease trajectory, including end of life, survivorship and bereavement.
3. Participates in continuity of care and/or discharge planning. Facilitates advance care planning.
4. Documents patient care activity in institutional electronic healthcare record in accordance with departmental documentation policy.
Other duties assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Master's Degree Social Work (MSW or MSSW) from an accredited program approved by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required: LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker State of Texas. Upon Hire orRequired: LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker State of Texas. Upon Hire
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 176621 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No
#LI-Onsite Apply
The Social Work department is here to help patients, their families, and their caregivers cope with the diagnosis of cancer and to eliminate psychosocial complications as significant barriers to care in Texas, the nation and the world through outstanding integrated programs in patient care, research, education and prevention.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year of social work experience and has worked with oncology patients. This position is in the Texas Medical Center and is fully onsite. The work schedule would be Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM.
Summary
Provide comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment and counseling services to individuals, families and groups. Supports compliance with treatment protocols, advance care planning and assists with resource linkage as a part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Functions
1. Conducts biopsychosocial assessments using appropriate diagnostic criteria to recommend, facilitate, and implement interventions for a comprehensive treatment plan.
2. Uses counseling techniques, resource knowledge and linkage throughout the disease trajectory, including end of life, survivorship and bereavement.
3. Participates in continuity of care and/or discharge planning. Facilitates advance care planning.
4. Documents patient care activity in institutional electronic healthcare record in accordance with departmental documentation policy.
Other duties assigned.
EDUCATION
Required: Master's Degree Social Work (MSW or MSSW) from an accredited program approved by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required: LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker State of Texas. Upon Hire orRequired: LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker State of Texas. Upon Hire
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 176621 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Onsite Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No
#LI-Onsite Apply
Confirmar seu email: Enviar Email
Todos os Empregos de MD Anderson