Oncology Social Worker (11:30 AM - 8:00 PM EST)

About the role

As a Thyme Care Oncology Social Worker, you'll be a vital resource for our members and their care network, offering comprehensive psychosocial, emotional support during their cancer journey via phone, email, text, and telemedicine.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify patients' and families' needs, providing individual and family support to address emotional concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment and coping mechanisms related to cancer diagnosis and treatment.
• Assess for and address financial toxicity, distress, changes in relationships/roles, custody planning, caregiver demands, advance care planning, and spiritual/existential distress.
• Identify and connect patients and families with relevant community resources when there are complex social needs.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, including oncologists, nurses, and other specialists, to ensure patients receive coordinated care and address any social or emotional barriers impacting treatment adherence.
• Advocate for patients' needs with insurance companies, healthcare providers, and other relevant agencies to access necessary treatment and support services.
• Provide immediate support and intervention in crises such as sudden changes in prognosis or end-of-life decisions.
• Lead support groups for cancer patients and their families, providing education on cancer-related topics, and facilitating peer-to-peer support.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a school or program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
• Valid and current master’s level license in current practice state (i.e., LMSW, LISW, LCSW).
• Certifications: OSW-C or APHSW-C preferred.

What Leads To Success

• People-first. Thyme Care’s mission and members matter to you deeply.
• Experience: Minimum three to five years of experience is preferred, working as a social worker in a health care setting; oncology, palliative care, serious illness care and/or hospice experience is desired. An unrestricted license and a willingness to obtain additional state licenses as needed.
• Action-Oriented: You proactively identify and prioritize initiatives, taking prompt action to address urgent needs.
• Organizational Skills: You excel at multitasking and thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining meticulous organization in communications and documentation.
• Communication Skills: You are an effective listener and communicator, skilled at building rapport and fostering strong working relationships with members and colleagues.
• Adaptability: You are comfortable with change and ambiguity and have a proven track record of success in dynamic environments.
• A desire to learn how to use new technologies. We are a technology company focused on interacting with folks during the season when they need it most. Experience with video chatting, Google Suite, Slack, electronic health records, or comfort in using and learning new technology is vital.

Our Values

• Act with our members in mind
• Move with purpose
• Seek diverse perspectives

Benefits

Individual pay decisions are based on several factors, including qualifications, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to other Thyme Care employees. The base salary for this role is $80,000. The salary range could be lower or higher than this if the role is hired at another level.