What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Clinical) position at Integrated Oncology Network, LLC?
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Founded in 2002, Integrated Oncology Network is committed to helping our physicians deliver the right care, at the right time and in the right setting. We strongly believe that preserving the independent practice of medicine where patients are cared for closer to home and surrounded by our dedicated clinicians yields better outcomes. By creating a care continuum between our clinicians, patients and their support networks we deliver an unparalleled approach to the patient's care journey.
Purpose :
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker position is responsible to assess psychosocial patient and family needs and attains emotional and financial resources for patients being served by cCARE. Will provide direct services including individual (including youth), couple, family and group therapeutic services to patients, including assessments, treatment plans and discharge planning.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions (other duties as assigned) :
- Effectively collaborates with physicians and patient care staff to meet the psychosocial needs of patients and family members.
- Provides excellent case management support and assigns tasks to other team members or external resources as appropriate.
- Completes documentation in the electronic medical record according to cCARE's' Standards.
- Maintains current knowledge on community and financial resources for appropriate patient and family assistance and / or referral. Refers patients to local support groups and / or resources; Provides assistance with forms completion to obtain available services.
- Effectively manages and maintains patient library and available resource materials including grants, co-pay assistance and insurance. Helps patient to complete MediCal forms.
- At base location, facilitates weekly support groups for patients, family and caregivers. Develops and implements other beneficial educational programs / seminars for patients, family members and caregivers, as appropriate.
- Meets or calls all new Radiation / Chemotherapy patients and follows up with these patients after last treatment.
- Arranges and maintains facility calendar properly scheduling and coordinating meetings with pharmaceutical representatives and appropriate staff members.
- Assists in the proper planning and organization and attendance of special events to increase community awareness of the Practice. In conjunction with Community Relations / Business Development, determines need for public outreach programs, including educational opportunities. (i.e., cancer screening, awareness, etc.) Will travel to cCARE sites for special events.
- Effectively coordinates with Human Resources to provide intervention and support for appropriate staff members as needed. Mentors peers and health care staff in issues related to social work practice.
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Working Conditions :
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
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Work Location : In person
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000
