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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. One of the world's most respected comprehensive centers devoted exclusively to cancer, we have been recognized as one of the top two cancer hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report for more than 30 years.

In compliance with applicable State regulatory authorities, vaccination for COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) is mandatory for all MSK staff who do not work 100% remotely (including new hires ). Staff are considered fully vaccinated upon completion of a primary vaccination series for COVID-19 Exceptions from the COVID-19 vaccine requirement are permitted for those who request and receive an approved medical, religious, or fully remote exemption. Requests for exemption can take up to two weeks to review. Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required to start work.

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At Memorial Sloan Kettering, our social workers play a meaningful role in providing emotional support and guidance to people with cancer, as well as friends, families, and caregivers. We are seeking to hire a Clinical Social Worker to join our growing team! You Will:

Conduct screening and bio-psychosocial assessment of patients and families to assess their distress & develop ongoing clinical plan. Provide clinical interventions and modification of psychosocial plan, ongoing clinical assessments, advocacy, and assistance with resources for patients and their families. Collaborate with interprofessional team to address ongoing patient needs. Assist patients/families in accessing appropriate psychosocial services along the continuum of care. Identify the unique needs of assigned service; develop and implement appropriate interventions and programs. Produce quality documentation in the medical record and all written correspondence; and prepare Philanthropic Budget Sheets and other departmental-related documentation. Focus on professional development through supervision of student interns; participating in team consultation, teaching and research, presentations at national conferences and contributions to the social work/oncology literature. Participate and serve on department-wide committees. Work with Supervisor, Practice Group Leader and/or Director of Social Work on special projects as assigned.

You Need: A Master's degree in Social Work and NY-LMSW are both required. LCSW is preferred. At least 2 year of post master's work experience in a hospital. Strong clinical skills with individuals, families and groups. Experience in oncology and/or palliative care in a hospital setting preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

This position will be based at the David H. Koch Center for Cancer Care located on Manhattan's upper east side, 530 E 74th St, New York, NY 10021, and primarily assigned to the Bone Marrow Transplant, Cellular Therapeutics Service, & CARTI programs.

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Pay Range:$72,600.00-$112,400.00/annually

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MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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