Social Worker

The Medical Social Worker is responsible for identification of oncology patients requiring social work intervention, assessing areas of psychosocial needs and developing an appropriate and timely plan using professional social work knowledge and practice skills. This includes knowledge about programs, organizations, and services designed to address the needs of cancer survivors at all stages of treatment. The Oncology Services MSW will act as a referral agent to community support services as appropriate for a patient’s individual needs. The Oncology Services MSW will be responsible for providing counseling and coordination of supportive services to patients and family members, as well as staff member of the Cancer Center.