Clinical Social Worker

Summary

Join Thyme Care as an Oncology Social Worker and provide comprehensive psychosocial and emotional support to cancer patients and their families. You will conduct assessments, offer counseling, and facilitate support groups. This role involves collaborating with the healthcare team, advocating for patients' needs, and connecting them with community resources. The position can be remote or hybrid, based in Nashville or New York City. All patient interactions are virtual. A Master's degree in Social Work and a current license are required. Experience in oncology or palliative care is preferred.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work from a school or program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• Valid and current master’s level license in current practice state (i.e., LISW, LCSW)

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patients' and families' needs to address emotional concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment, and coping mechanisms related to cancer diagnosis and treatment
• Assess for and address financial toxicity, distress, changes in relationships/roles, custody planning, caregiver demands, advance care planning, and spiritual/existential distress
• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapeutic interventions to address behavioral health needs
• Providing immediate support and intervention in behavioral health crises and sudden changes in prognosis or end-of-life decisions
• Identifying and connecting patients and families with relevant community resources when there are complex social or behavioral health needs
• Collaborating with the healthcare team, including oncologists, behavioral health providers, nurses, and other specialists, to ensure patients receive coordinated care and address any social or emotional barriers impacting treatment adherence
• Advocating for patients' needs with insurance companies, healthcare providers, and other relevant agencies to access necessary treatment and support services
• Leading support groups for cancer patients and their families, providing education on cancer-related topics, and facilitating peer-to-peer support

Preferred Qualifications

• OSW-C or APHSW-C certifications
• Minimum three to five years of experience working as a social worker in a health care setting; oncology, palliative care, serious illness care and/or hospice experience is desired
• An unrestricted license and a willingness to obtain additional state licenses as needed
• Experience at a startup or tech-forward company
• Experience with video chatting, Google Suite, Slack, electronic health records, or comfort in using and learning new technology

Benefits

• Equity
• Benefits
• Other opportunities at Thyme Care
• Base salary of $85,000