Social Worker

Cankids; Chennai District; On-site; INR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

CanKids KidsCan invites applications for a Social Worker to support admission, treatment planning, and documentation for child patients. The role requires an MSW and hospital experience, with emphasis on empathy and coordination with medical teams.

You will manage patient data, assist with government schemes, and facilitate awareness sessions while supporting families through treatment costs and logistics.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work (MSW) from a recognized institution.
• 2–3 years in social work, preferably in hospital/healthcare settings.
• Knowledge/experience in pediatric oncology preferred.
• Ability to coordinate with healthcare teams and beneficiaries.
• Data management and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate admission and registration of new child patients under CanKids.
• Support doctors and families in planning treatment and associated cost estimations.
• Bridge communication between medical teams and families.
• Ensure support services including medicines, lodging, blood, and hygiene awareness are provided.
• Regularly update treatment and support progress in the patient database.
• Oversee clinic/hospital unit coordination and pediatric patient support activities.
• Liaise with hospital authorities to ensure smooth functioning of CHSUs.
• Coordinate with the Program Officer and Medical Officer for operational matters.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Case Management

Data Entry

Coordination with healthcare teams

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Founded in 2004 by Poonam Bagai, herself a cancer survivor, CanKids KidsCan, the National Society for Change For Childhood Cancer In India partners with hospitals, medical professionals, and state governments to enable access and best standards of treatment, care and support across 60 cities and 22 states of India.

Catering to childhood cancer patients from primarily underprivileged families, CanKids is present in 141 hospitals across India. Through our signature programYANA (You Are Not Alone)– CanKids provides medical, drugs & diagnostics support, accommodation through Home Away from Homes, , patient transport, blood support, nutrition & rations, education and counselling support.

In order to increaseAccess2Care, CanKids has MOUs with 8 state governments asknowledgeandtechnical partnersfor childhood cancer and 16 State Projects Across India.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate admission and registration of new child patients under CanKids.
• Support doctors and families in planning treatment and associated cost estimations.
• Bridge communication between medical teams and families.
• Ensure support services including medicines, TSPs, lodging, blood, and hygiene awareness are provided.
• Regularly update treatment and support progress in the patient database.
• 2. Chattai Clinic and Hospital Unit Coordination
• Assist in operating Chattai Clinics and running daily CanKids hospital activities.
• Liaise with hospital authorities to ensure smooth functioning of assigned CHSUs.
• Oversee Parent Support Group (PSG) volunteers and patient-family engagement activities.
• 3. Documentation & Data Management
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation for new patients including ID verification and case files.
• Maintain and update patient databases (PIS/MSF/Salesforce).
• Coordinate documentation for government schemes, grants, and external support.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for donors, hospital partners, and internal reporting.
• Handle unit-level responsibilities including imprest fund management for medicine purchases and ward requirements.
• Administer assigned support programs including Jiv Daya or other donor-linked initiatives.
• Track FCRA fund usage and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with the Program Officer and Medical Officer for operational matters.
• 5. Awareness & Community Engagement
• Conduct awareness sessions about childhood cancer in hospital and community settings.
• Disseminate the message of “You Are Not Alone” to families and caregivers.
• Participate in outreach activities, health camps, or advocacy programs.
• Other Extended Duties
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Reporting Manager.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Masters in Social Work (MSW) from a recognized institution
• Experience: 2–3 years in social work, preferably in hospital/healthcare settings
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• Knowledge/experience in pediatric oncology preferred
• Ability to coordinate with healthcare teams and beneficiaries
• Data management and report writing
• Empathy, problem-solving, and cultural sensitivity
• Compassionate and Patient-Centric Approach
• Case Management & Documentation
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills
• Stakeholder Coordination (internal & external)
• Multitasking & Time Management
• Teamwork and Adaptability
• Smooth onboarding and support for every new child admitted under CanKids services
• Timely data entry and documentation of patient cases
• Active facilitation of psychosocial support and service delivery
• Regular submission of reports and updates to Program Officer
• Maintenance of good coordination with hospital authorities and care teams
• Participation in hospital and community-based awareness activities

*CanKids KidsCan is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace

where all individuals are welcomed and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all gender

identities, sexual orientations, abilities, ethnicities, and socio-economic backgrounds to apply.