Remote Oncology Social Worker for Cancer Care

Adjuvant Behavior Health Inc.; Wheeling (WV); Remote; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Adjuvant Behavior Health Inc. is seeking an experienced mental health professional to join its oncology-focused counseling team in a fully remote role. The position offers $60-62/hr and requires WV LIC; therapists accept referrals and maintain a minimum 18 hours per week.

The role emphasizes individual and family counseling, treatment planning, documentation, and inter-staff collaboration to support cancer patients and families. Strong clinical experience and empathy are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current and active Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker license in West Virginia.
• Two years of professional level experience in a counselor setting.

Responsibilities

• Counsel clients individually and/or within family sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes.
• Make internal referrals to IOP if little to no improvement occurs within 8 weeks of OP therapy.
• Guide clients in the development of skills or strategies for dealing with their problems.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge, establishing SMART goals with the patient. Treatment plans are to be developed 72 hours after intake and updated / modified every 4 weeks.
• Fill out and maintain client-related paperwork, including client diagnostic records and progress notes. Progress notes are to be developed 48 hours after every session.
• Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports.
• Evaluate clients' physical or mental condition, based on review of client information.
• Collaborate with other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans within 2 days of establishing care with the existing patient.
• Refer patients, clients, or family members to community resources or to specialists as necessary.
• Learn about new developments in counseling by reading professional literature, attending courses and seminars, or establishing and maintaining contact with other social service agencies.

Skills

Counseling

Telehealth

Assessment

Treatment planning

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Adjuvant Behavior Health Inc. is seeking an experienced mental health professional to join its oncology-focused counseling team in a fully remote role. The position offers $60-62/hr and requires WV LIC; therapists accept referrals and maintain a minimum 18 hours per week.

The role emphasizes individual and family counseling, treatment planning, documentation, and inter-staff collaboration to support cancer patients and families. Strong clinical experience and empathy are essential for success.