Allina Health·Minneapolis, Minnesota
Provide psychosocial support, counseling, and education to oncology patients and their families to help them cope with chronic or terminal illnesses. Coordinate complex transition plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care and prevent readmissions.
Location Address: 800 East 28th St STE 404 Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723
July 21, 2026 Department: 16000640 AHCI Administration Shift: Day (United States of America) Shift Length: 8 hour shift Hours Per Week: 40 Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT Weekend Rotation: None Job Summary: Bring your Social Work expertise to Allina Health Cancer Institute. You will be a vital member of our Oncology Social Worker team, with primary locations at AHCI Minneapolis and Lakeville (opportunities for some remote work may be considered). Your focus will be on meeting patients' and families’ needs as they traverse the oncology journey. Your dedication and teamwork contribute to maintaining the highest quality of care at Allina Health. Key
1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day shifts No weekends
Provides patients and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
Principle Responsibilities Delivers professional and thorough social work services, including psychosocial assessment and intervention planning.
Identifies patients who require social work assessment and intervention through high risk screening, interdisciplinary team meetings and individual referrals.
Conducts assessments that address bio-psycho-social issues for age, population and health specific needs which results in individualized plans of care.
Provides support and counseling to patients and families.
Provides information and assistance for identified financial or social needs.
Coordinates complex transition plans with patients, families, health care team and community providers.
Utilizes the electronic medical record to monitor, document and communicate patient progress toward goals and progression of the social work plan.
Collaborates and communicates with interdisciplinary team anticipating needs to move the plan of care forward.
Provides support and information to patient and families regarding transition plan.
Maintains knowledge of government and private payer networks and services to assure appropriate transitions.
Collaborates with community and health care resources based on need to coordinate care for the patient.
Advocates for patients and families by supporting patient rights and accessing protective services.
Demonstrates awareness of patient rights and ethical decision making; provides advocacy to support patient and family.
Assures appropriate reporting of vulnerability or suspected abuse as mandated by law.
May participate in care system process that prevent readmissions.
Plans and participates in transition conferences with patients and families.
Utilizes tools and technology to identify and intervene with patients who are at risk for readmission.
Ensures that a complete clinical handoff occurs for at risk patient, which may include referrals.
May collaborate with the health care team to promote appropriate length of stay.
Utilizes tools and technology to support appropriate length of stay management.
Facilitates timely referrals and transfers of information.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Social Work
Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Social Work Experience in an acute care setting 2+ years social work experience
Licenses/Certifications Licensed Social Worker - MN Board of Social Work required Licensed Social Worker - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required (if working in Wisconsin or interacting with Wisconsin patients remotely) May require both state licenses based on the services provided in the department Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment for positions in for Home Care, Palliative Care Community, Senior Care and System ACT Advanced Care
A Bachelor's degree in Social Work and a valid MN Board of Social Work license are required. A Master's degree in Social Work and 2+ years of experience in an acute care setting are preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.
