Oncology Social Worker - Part Time

CANCER CARE GROUP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

CANCER CARE GROUP is seeking a part-time social worker in New York City. You will provide support and assistance to cancer patients and their caregivers, conducting counseling and assessments as needed. The position offers a hybrid work model combining in-person and remote work.

Qualified candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work and possess the Licensed Master of Social Work credential in New York. Experience in medical social work and bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferred. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year post-master’s social work experience required.
• Must have a Licensed Master of Social Work credential in New York.
• Experience in medical social work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and support to cancer patients and caregivers.
• Conduct individual counseling and support groups.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and evaluations.

Skills

Post-master’s social work experience

Bilingual Spanish

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Location: New York, NY 10022 (485 Madison Ave, New York City Office) – Hybrid (in-person and remote) part‑time position.

Salary: $37.54 hourly.

Schedule:

• 2 days – 9am to 5pm
• 1 day – 11am to 7pm

Responsibilities

• Providing immediate assistance and support to cancer patients, caregivers, and/or those who are bereaved, contacting CancerCare via a national toll‑free Hopeline
• Providing individual counseling (in‑person, via Zoom, and/or telephone), as well as support groups (in‑person, via Zoom, telephone, and/or message board)
• Providing resource navigation via telephone to people with cancer and
• Addressing client needs by conducting timely and effective psychosocial assessments and evaluations as needed
• Utilizes knowledge of community resources to refer clients to appropriate services to ensure continuity and quality of care
• Documents all social work activities in a timely manner according to departmental protocols
• Participating in local presentations, workshops, health fairs, fundraising, walks, and community events (in‑person and via Zoom)
• Upholding the CancerCare brand and philosophy

Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year post‑master’s social work experience, previous medical social work experience strongly preferred
• Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred
• Qualified applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work; a Licensed Master of Social Work credential in New York is REQUIRED
• A background in health, hospice, or mental health settings delivering intervention to clients coping with chronic and acute life‑threatening illness, as well as with the bereaved, is required. Knowledge of medical and psychosocial aspects of cancer is preferred
• A willingness to work with clients who are experiencing stress and trauma in their lives as a result of coping with chronic and life‑threatening illnesses
• Excellent communication (both oral and written), highly organized with strong analytical, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to write quickly, clearly, and compellingly
• Proficiency in computer skills and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Zoom) as well as the ability to utilize multiple programs simultaneously

CancerCare is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for our staff and clients.