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Social Worker Oncology

  • CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy
  • Omaha, Nebraska
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Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

Our Mission

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.

The posted compensation range of $24.27 - $36.10 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID
2026-465411
Employment Type
Full Time
Department
Oncology
Hours/Pay Period
80
Weekly Schedule
mon-fri 8-4:30
Shift
Day
Remote
No
Category
Case Management and Social Work
Job Summary and Responsibilities

Eligible for up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus and up to $10,000 in student loan reimbursement.

Are you passionate about supporting patients and families through some of life’s most challenging moments? We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and clinically skilled Oncology Social Worker to join our cancer care team. In this role, you will provide psychosocial support, advocacy, education, and resource coordination for oncology patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.

As a valued member of an interdisciplinary team, you will help patients navigate emotional, social, financial, and practical challenges related to cancer treatment while contributing to a patient-centered culture of care and healing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments for oncology patients and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings
  • Deliver evidence-based clinical interventions to address emotional, behavioral, social, and financial concerns
  • Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, navigators, therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members to support holistic patient care
  • Review psychosocial distress screenings and follow up with patients identified through established screening parameters
  • Coordinate referrals to community resources, financial assistance programs, counseling services, hospice, survivorship resources, and other supportive services
  • Document assessments, interventions, referrals, and outcomes in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
  • Assist with data collection and reporting related to psychosocial distress screening and patient support initiatives
  • Develop and facilitate support groups, educational programs, and wellness initiatives tailored to the needs of oncology patients and caregivers
  • Provide education and consultation to clinical staff regarding the psychosocial impact of cancer on patients, families, and caregivers
  • Offer support and guidance to staff members experiencing personal or family cancer-related challenges
  • Participate in oncology-related committees, quality initiatives, and professional development activities
  • Support departmental and organizational goals through additional duties as assigned


Job Requirements
  • Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program
  • Current social work licensure in applicable state (LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent preferred)
  • Experience in oncology, medical social work, hospice, palliative care, or behavioral health preferred
  • Strong clinical assessment, crisis intervention, and counseling skills
  • Knowledge of community resources, financial assistance programs, and supportive care services
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
  • Ability to manage sensitive conversations with empathy, professionalism, and cultural humility

Where You'll Work

CHI Health treats cancer patients through the CHI Health Henry Lynch Cancer Center. One of their main priorities is to provide the utmost care for patients and their families. Their cancer center provides patients with a strong team of expert oncologists, radiation oncologists and cancer nurse navigators. Together, the patient’s medical care team will create a treatment plan specific to the patient’s cancer diagnosis.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.

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