Kettering Health·Beavercreek, Ohio
The social worker will assess and support patients and families dealing with cancer diagnoses by developing intervention plans and coordinating care. They will also facilitate patient care through team collaboration and provide referrals to necessary community resources.
Job Details Physician Office l Beavercreek l Full-Time l First Shift Responsibilities & Requirements Identification and assessment of pts and families who have social, psychological and/or environmental needs related to the impact of cancer diagnosis, treatment, or side effects.
Essential duties include, but not limited to, interviewing pts and families, developing plans for intervention addressing agreed upon priorities, synchronizing appointments, referral of pts to needed community resources, and assisting pts/families in improving or restoring their capacity for social functioning.
Use a proactive approach to facilitate pt care through Staff Huddle and collaboration with the care team.
Ensures psychosocial needs are met and understood .
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Master's degreeLicensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - will provide supervision for licensureLicensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC)Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)(Licensed in state of Ohio by the Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board) Required Licenses[Ohio, United States] Social WorkerOhio Social Work license required.
Minimum Work ExperienceA minimum of 2 years' experience in acute care and/or oncology setting preferred.
Required SkillsClinical experience in health care setting and/or community agencies.Awareness of developmental needs over the age span of adolescent to elder required.Work well in interdisciplinary and independent settings.Communicate verbally and through the use of writing skills.Coordinate work effectively with other hospital disciplines and locations.Recognize and understand the dynamics of individuals from diverse populations.Solve problems through the analysis of information.Network with community agencies.Provide education to the community and/or medical setting regarding social issues.Experienced in basic computer skills and electronic medical records.
Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio.
Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health.
Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best.
With that context, safety is our top priority.
We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
A Bachelor's degree in Social Work and an active Ohio Social Work license are required for this position. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in an acute care or oncology setting.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.
