Pediatric Counselor: Hematology/Oncology Support

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor - Pediatrics within Hematology/Oncology to provide psychosocial support to patients and families, coordinate services such as therapy groups, crisis intervention, bereavement support, referrals, prevention programs, and education, and supervise students.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, document assessments, participate in performance improvement, and help with discharge planning and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling or social work.
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Mississippi.
• Strong knowledge of psychosocial assessment and counseling methods.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to gather, record, and analyze data to inform care.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate the social, emotional, environmental, and medical needs of patients and families.
• Performs Level II evaluations for transplant applicants, donors, and individuals with mental illness or intellectual disabilities to determine discharge planning needs.
• Maintains thorough documentation, prepares reports, and ensures compliance with departmental guidelines and standards.
• Continuously reassesses patient needs, monitors interventions, and updates the plan of care based on progress or changing circumstances.
• Ensures access to medical coverage by securing necessary documentation and supporting materials.
• Provides or supervises delivery of care plan interventions including resource and referral assistance, crisis intervention, prevention services, bereavement support, counseling, therapy, education, and patient advocacy.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement care plans that actively involve the patient and/or family.
• Coordinates with team members to ensure comprehensive, integrated care and to support positive clinical outcomes.
• Identifies appropriate community resources, makes referrals, and facilitates access to external services as needed.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives including data collection, continuing education, policy development, and committee involvement.
• Attends and contributes to staff, department, and administrative meetings as assigned.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of local community agencies, health and social service programs, and acts as liaison when needed.
• Stays current on medical/legal issues such as advance directives, child/elder abuse, and confidentiality requirements.
• Supports patients in navigating financial assistance options, including applications for state benefits, charity care, and other aid programs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Data collection/analysis

Counseling skills

Clinical assessment

PC software

Education

Master's degree in counseling or social work

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Mississippi

Tools

Personal computers & software

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor - Pediatrics within Hematology/Oncology to provide psychosocial support to patients and families, coordinate services such as therapy groups, crisis intervention, bereavement support, referrals, prevention programs, and education, and supervise students.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team, document assessments, participate in performance improvement, and help with discharge planning and