EDUCATION: Master's Degree in Social Work or Master's Degree in Counseling

SKILLS: Strong case management skills, interpersonal and assessment skills. Understanding medical terminology and an ability to formulate counseling and case management plans in conjunction with the medical team. Ability to work independently and lead and co-lead therapy and educational groups. Strong crisis intervention skills for patients in emergency situations. Flexibility with job assignments. Competent computer skills for word processing and data collection

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current licensure as an LICSW in New Mexico and completes annual CEU's per licensing board.

EXPERIENCE: Five years of Social Work experience required. Oncology experience preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Director, Cancer Center

ENVIRONMENT:

-Bloodborne Pathogen B

Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and intermittent exposure to blood, excrements, odors and noise. Work area has normal heat light and air.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle crisis situations. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics.