Social Worker Senior/UKHC

Job Title
Social Worker Senior/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE50208


Working Title
Social Worker Senior – Markey Cancer Center


Department Name
M3030:Cancer Clinic Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
11


Salary Range
$54,080-95,056/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MSW



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

No experience required.



Required License/Registration/Certification

Certified Social Worker (CSW)



Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.



Shift

Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed



Job Summary

The Social Worker Senior provides comprehensive support to patients in the Markey Outpatient setting, conducting psycho-social evaluations, distress screenings, and assessing needs for financial, emotional, and practical assistance.

This role is responsible for making appropriate referrals to both oncology-specific community services and nationwide resources. Additionally, the Social Worker Senior helps facilitate support groups and other patient-oriented programs to enhance overall patient well-being.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

None



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Previous experience in oncology social work preferred but not required.



Deadline to Apply
05/18/2025


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