The Social Work department seeks to recruit a Bachelor’s-Level (BSW) Social Worker for our in-patient units on a PRN basis.

At Moffitt Cancer Center, our social workers are a hallmark of our dedication to Patient- and Family- Centered Care.  The Department of Social Work is a vibrant, diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment striving to not only meet the needs of our patients and families but help each of our social workers attain their maximum personal and professional development.  Unlike many hospitals, Moffitt’s Social Work Department has a leadership structure of social workers reporting to social workers all the way up to the director level.  Moffitt provides social workers with:

• Free CEUs
• Free supervision for licensure
• Funds to attend conferences and professional development
• Reimbursement for specific specialty certification renewals
• A clinical ladder that rewards licensure, specialty certification, and clinical advancement
• Multiple opportunities to serve on committees and specialty practice work groups
• Opportunities for advancement
• The opportunity to work with over 50 other dedicated social work clinicians

Position Highlights:

• Provides social work services for and in partnership with patients, families, and significant others. These include concrete service provision and implementation of care plans as it relates to transitions of care.
• Makes referrals to outside agencies and assists in the coordination of continuity of care. Works collaboratively with and provides leadership within the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Shall be highly knowledgeable about community resources, continuity of care coordination, and all aspects of the discharge planning process.
• Will seek mentorship for professional growth and development. The Social Worker represents and supports the mission, philosophy and goals of the Cancer Center.

The Ideal Candidate:

• One-year experience in social work or internship in medical or psychiatric social work preferred.
• Experience in oncology and/or human service agencies. 

Responsibilities:

• Anticipate and coordinate referrals to community-based organizations, to ensure the timely continuation of a patient’s treatment plan or discharge following an acute care admission.
• Collaborate effectively with medical team.
• Complete all documentation and reporting requirements.

Credentials and Qualifications:

• BSW from CSWE-approved school.  
• One-year experience in social work or internship in medical or psychiatric social work preferred.
• Must have clear written and verbal communication skills and basic competence in various computer applications.