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Key Responsibilities & Performance Standards

Advocates for patients and families, screens for needs/concerns and makes appropriate referrals; screens patients’ and families’ ability to cope with major life changes; provides support to patients and families referring to Oncology Social Worker as appropriate; provides patient/family with information regarding patient care issues, facilitates in the coordination of follow up care in OHSU clinics or in the community; assists with housing and transportation needs as necessary. Works in partnership with SWS team and oncology SW.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities an efficient manner per departmental policies. Complete all OHSU/Joint Commission mandatory education requirements and activities within established time lines. Yearly competencies as identified by department.
Participates in department meetings; participates in workshops, seminars and training sessions to maintain professional competency; assists in staff education; visits community facilities, programs or services to acquire pertinent resource information.

Responsibilities

Two years of social service work experience providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis which includes full responsibility for handling each case plan; AND

A Bachelor’s degree, or three more years of experience which shows: a) knowledge of casework methods and techniques; b) knowledge of patient’s family’s rights; c) knowledge of medical terminology; and d)knowledge of implications of the effect of illness, injury and/or disability on patients and families.

Qualifications

Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Word. Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of diverse customers in difficult situations. Skill in developing and maintaining professional relationships. Ability to prioritize work demands. Ability to interpret and follow policies and procedures.
Experience working with oncology patients
Experience working with an electronic medical record system.
Bilingual preferred

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