Paducah, KY, 42002, USA
10 hours ago
R117576 Social Worker - Oncology - Paducah Cancer Center
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. **Job Summary:** Responsible for providing direct services of evaluation and treatment provided through Mercy Health Physicians. This position works with the providers and staff to collaborate in providing needed counseling, case management and social services for current patients/clients at Mercy Health . Preferred background with experience in Oncology. **Job Functions :** Assesses and evaluates the needs of the client referred. Develops an intervention plan in conjunction with the client, family, physician, and other staff, and community agencies as appropriate. Provides brief intervention encounters, approximately 10-13 per day, utilizing both in-person and telehealth methods for interaction. Maintains required accurate client records and documents progress notes, goals, assessments and other applicable data in a timely manner within the clients' charts. Consults with providers and external resources and makes any necessary referrals for the ongoing care of the client. Maintains knowledge of, and practices in accordance with professional practice principles, and with the legal and ethical guidelines of Mercy Health and the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Partners. Maintains current knowledge about community resources including availability, eligibility requirements, and referral procedures in order to facilitate provision of services. Coordinates with various employed physician practices daily as needs require. Participates in warm hand off protocols for clients, with internal and external stakeholders. **Education:** Current social work license in State of KY LCSW OSW-C Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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