Social Worker (LCSW) - St. Tammany Cancer Center

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: 8am-4:30pm Monday - Friday

Summary of the Job:Delivery of comprehensive psychosocial services to St. Tammany Cancer Center patients and their significant others. Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work.
• LCSW required. 
• Counseling experience in oncology or related field through previous job, internship, or volunteer program.
• OSW-C encouraged to be obtained after 18 months – 2 years of having the position. 
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Must be able to multi-task and work well with others in a very busy environment.  Must always maintain a professional demeanor.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. 

Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. 

Physical Effort required:        

• Constant (67%-100%)- talking, hearing, seeing, handling/feeling• Frequently (34%-66%)- NONE• Occasionally (1%-33%)- lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be foundby clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.