Oncology 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, connect patients with resources, coordinate care with the healthcare team, advocate for patients' needs, and provide crisis intervention. Responsibilities include leading support groups, educating patients, and facilitating peer-to-peer support. This role is vital in ensuring patients receive coordinated care and address social or emotional barriers impacting treatment. The position can be remote or hybrid, based in Nashville or New York City, with all patient interactions virtual. Thyme Care is a growing company with an evolving care model, so responsibilities may shift and additional responsibilities may be required.

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., LMSW, LISW, LCSW)

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patients' and families' needs, providing individual and family support 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
• Identifying and connecting patients and families with relevant community resources when there are complex social needs
• Collaborating with the healthcare team, including oncologists, 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
• Providing immediate support and intervention in crises such as sudden changes in prognosis or end-of-life decisions
• 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 preferred
• Minimum three to five years of experience is preferred, 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
• It would be exceptional if you have worked at a startup or tech-forward company
• People-first. Thyme Care’s mission and members matter to you deeply
• You proactively identify and prioritize initiatives, taking prompt action to address urgent needs
• You excel at multitasking and thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining meticulous organization in communications and documentation
• You are an effective listener and communicator, skilled at building rapport and fostering strong working relationships with members and colleagues
• You are comfortable with change and ambiguity and have a proven track record of success in dynamic environments
• A desire to learn how to use new technologies
• Experience with video chatting, Google Suite, Slack, electronic health records, or comfort in using and learning new technology is vital

Benefits

The base salary for this role is $ 80,000