The Clinical Social Worker/Patient Advocate provides services for the patients and families of the Program in Women’s Oncology to address psycho-social, environmental, and behavioral factors which have impact on the healthy functioning and/or recovery of the patients and families. The incumbent functions as a member of the health care team to provide direct clinical services including assessment and coordination of social services. In addition the incumbent oversees the Helping Hands Project. The incumbents duties extend to participating in program planning, evaluation, on-going growth, and coordinates daily activities, including volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling. The incumbent develops a network of community agencies to facilitate referrals. Performs other duties as requested.
Specifications Master's degree in Social Work and a license as a Clinical Social Worker (CSW) or if hired prior to 5/2/2011 a Licensed Mental Health Worker (LMHW) required and a license as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) preferred. Must have first-hand knowledge and/or experience with Oncology patients in the cancer treatment setting. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required. Supervisory and administrative experience helpful. Must have access to transportation and a valid driver’s license, and ability to work flexible hours.
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Americans with Disability Act Statement External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Ethics Statement Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values
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Care New England Health System (CNE) is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and the communities we serve.
CNE and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, and The Providence Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Backed by a broad range of services—primary care, surgery, cardiovascular care, oncology, psychiatry, behavioral health, newborn pediatrics, and the full spectrum of women’s health services—CNE is reinventing the way health care is delivered, partnering with our patients to provide the best care possible while working to create a community of healthier people.
