Per Diem LICSW - Senior Oncology Social Worker

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a Senior Social Worker, Per Diem, LICSW to deliver advanced psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients and families facing cancer. This role includes crisis response and short-term bereavement support within a multidisciplinary oncology team.

The position emphasizes collaboration with care teams, equity-focused advocacy, and provision of in-person and telehealth services across the care continuum.

Qualifications

• Advanced psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients and families.
• Crisis intervention and bereavement support.
• In-person and telehealth service delivery across care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide biopsychosocial assessment and intervention to reduce cancer-related distress.
• Coordinate psychosocial services and consult with care teams.
• Lead complex illness conversations and goals of care discussions.
• Mentor/train new social workers and support staff.

Skills

Biopsychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Group/family therapy

Bereavement support

Telehealth delivery

Advocacy for equity

Job description

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a Senior Social Worker, Per Diem, LICSW to deliver advanced psychosocial assessment and intervention for patients and families facing cancer. This role includes crisis response and short-term bereavement support within a multidisciplinary oncology team.

The position emphasizes collaboration with care teams, equity-focused advocacy, and provision of in-person and telehealth services across the care continuum.