Oncology Social Worker (LCSW) – Patient Advocate

Cleveland Clinic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is seeking a Social Worker (LCSW) to coordinate psychosocial assessments, counseling, and referrals for patients and families, including oncology populations. You will work with patients and their loved ones to develop coping skills and navigate illness, hospitalization, and care transitions.

The role emphasizes patient safety, advocacy, crisis intervention, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve psychosocial outcomes and access to care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work required.
• LCSW license required.
• Strong verbal and written communication and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate social work services, including psychosocial assessments, counseling, resource information and referrals.
• Provide care for patients and families through illness, hospitalization and care transitions.
• Serve as patient safety ombudsman and advocate for transparency and disclosure in events of medical errors.

Skills

Clinical social work experience (3-5y)

LCSW licensed

InterQual knowledge

Care management experience (2y+)

Strong verbal and written skills

Computer skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

CBPN-IC certification

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital is seeking a Social Worker (LCSW) to coordinate psychosocial assessments, counseling, and referrals for patients and families, including oncology populations. You will work with patients and their loved ones to develop coping skills and navigate illness, hospitalization, and care transitions.

The role emphasizes patient safety, advocacy, crisis intervention, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve psychosocial outcomes and access to care.