Social service worker Jobs in Las Vegas, NV

Overview

At Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) a distinguished team of doctors, researchers, nurses, and healthcare professionals have provided patients with groundbreaking treatments on the healing edge of medicine for over 50 years. Our team provides the most effective treatments, both existing and emerging, to diagnose and successfully treat cancer and blood disorders. We support this goal with state-of-the-art facilities across Southern Nevada, all of which integrate the latest diagnostic, therapeutic, and research capabilities. CCCN is dedicated to patient-centered care, advancing innovation, discovery, and improving outcomes. Motivated, caring professionals are encouraged to join us.

Career Opportunity :

Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada has an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker BSW or MSW in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this role, you will work in a fast paced, high volume oncology practice with some of the best physicians in their fields while providing care to patients in a successful health care organization.

SCOPE :

Provides counseling and supportive services to patients requiring emotional and psychosocial assistance. Provides knowledge of agencies and organizations offering emotional, physical, social, and financial services to patients and families. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

The essential functions for the Social Worker BSW or MSW include the following :

• Meets with patients and their families for psychosocial needs assessment and examines social support, appropriate community resources, and coping mechanisms.
• Documents all communication accurately and appropriately.
• Provides psychological support to patients and families.
• Provides follow-up counseling on an ongoing basis. Acts as a patient / family advocate in negotiating the health care system.
• Develops and maintains support groups to enhance the quality of care to patients and their families.
• Provides information to patients and families regarding resources both in local communities and those geographically distant, i.e. those patients contemplating procedures in other cities, BMT, etc.
• Facilitates team support of identified patient and family needs through ongoing communication with clinic team members.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following background and experience :

Successful candidates will thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment and have a passion for caring for their patients.

Ready For Your Next Career Challenge? We’d Love to Hear from You!

If you possess the above qualifications and a desire to make a difference, we invite you to submit your resume and apply. In addition to a great career opportunity, we offer excellent benefits, a team environment, professional development, and the chance to be part of a nationwide network dedicated to fighting the war against cancer.