UMH Sparrow - SOCIAL WORKER / MSW

The-University-of-Michiga; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health in Lansing, MI seeks a seasoned Oncology Social Worker to provide psychosocial services and healthcare navigation for patients and families facing cancer diagnoses. The role covers clinical practice, education, advocacy, administration, policy, and research within the cancer care team.

The position emphasizes assessment, counseling, care coordination, and advocacy to improve patient outcomes and access to resources.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited program is required.
• Board of Oncology Social Work (BOSW) certification or Michigan licensure desired.
• Minimum 5 years oncology social work; 2 years in last 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Assess cases to identify services and interventions for utilization and insurance needs.
• Provide individual counseling and emotional support to patients and families.
• Coordinate referrals and resources to meet immediate and ongoing needs.
• Advocate for patient and family with payers and internal resources.
• Document care activities clearly and timely.

Skills

Assessment & evaluation

Counseling & emotional support

Care coordination

Communication

Advocacy

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

Job ID: 56062

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Provide psychosocial services and healthcare navigation functions to patients, families and significant others facing the impact of a potential or actual diagnosis of cancer. Provides individualized assistance offered to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome health system barriers and facilitate timely access to quality medical and psychosocial care. The scope of practice includes clinical practice, education, advocacy, administration, policy, and research.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Assessment and Evaluation - 1. Screens cases to identify needed services and interventions for utilization review and insurance requirements, 2. Screens medical record & performs comprehensive assessment of patient's medical condition, adjustment, support systems, finances, housing, behavior, cognition, abuse factors, function and abilities, and legal or substance abuse factors to identify issues and translate into expected medical outcomes & social work needs 3. Provides or arranges education for patients, families, physicians or other members of the health care team, to enhance patient care or improve cancer outcomes and operations
• Social Work Services - 1. Develops and maintains a professional working relationship with all patient, families, the health care team, physicians and providers, 2. Helps the patient/family face and prioritize problems & develops long and short term plans for intervention, 3. Provides individual counseling & emotional support to help patients adapt to the emotional impact of lifestyle changes related to their illness 4. Observes patient's right to self-determination and confidentiality, 4. Intervenes as needed, with problems of child abuse, adult abuse, substance dependency, suicide, guardianship, conservatorship, durable power of attorney, mental illness, voluntary and involuntary committals, 5. Provides consultation services for other department staff
• Care Coordination/Survivorship - 1. Keeps up to date on community resources and makes appropriate referrals to best meet the patient's immediate and ongoing needs, 2. Advocates for patient/family needs, including negotiation with internal/external resources and payers for needed services, 3. Actively facilitates information and feedback to appropriate parties, including patients/families regarding available resources and discharge planning options, allowing patients to make informed decisions.
• Communication - 1. Provides clear, concise, timely written documentation, 2. Communicates with patients, families, members of the health care team and others in a professional, diplomatic and empathetic manner.
• Hospital/Department Operational Improvement - 1. Participates in Cancer Center activities which support and advance the Health System's mission, vision and goals 2. Attends mandatory department and Health System meetings or training sessions and community committees and activities.

Job Requirements

General Requirements Board of Oncology Social Work (BOSW) Certification Licensure or Certification in Michigan Work Experience Minimum of 5 years Oncology Social Work Experience, 2 years must be within the last 10 years. Education Masters in Social Work from an accredited institution Specialized Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of the oncology health care financial environment.

University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family

Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health

Requirements:

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level Master's Status Full-time Facility Sparrow Hospital Experience Level 4-9 Years