Social Worker - LCSW - Medical Oncology

Conducts diagnostic assessment, determines clinical interventions, facilitates crisis intervention and short-term psychotherapy and provides education for patients and their families. Communicates effectively verbally and in writing while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems. Participates in the development and implementation of the treatment/transition plan. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member. This position includes specified billable patient contact hours dependent upon assigned unit/site. Functions within the research, practice, and education shields at Mayo Clinic. Complies with required standards for medical/legal responsibilities and serves as a resource to other allied and administrative staff within the section of Social Work and the Department of Nursing. Watch "Mayo Clinic Arizona, Why I'm a Social Worker" video: •This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic

DOES NOT

participate in the

F-1 STEM OPT

extension program. To be considered for this position, you must have a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) with two years' supervised therapy experience in behavioral health and/or medical social work including diagnostic assessment, individual, group, and family therapy. Licensure Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) through the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Service Examiners is required. Additional Qualifications Clinical experience with population to be served is preferred. Advanced knowledge of mental illness, personality development, types of treatment. Skills in conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnosis and chronic disease. Strong communication skills to interact with patients, patient's family members, multi-disciplinary team, community agencies, and other resources. Psychosocial diagnostic skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and in written form. Application Requirements All required documents must be attached to your application for consideration: CV/Resume Cover Letter Internal candidates must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals. Internal candidates who have not met their current department's 1- or 2-year commitment, must attach an early release from their current supervisor. International Degrees A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U.S. equivalent degree. Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) (www.naces.org) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) (www.aice-eval.org)