JOB OPPORTUNITIES

JOB TITLE:  Oncology Counselor

STATUS: Full-Time

REPORTS TO: Program Director

PURPOSE:

The full-time Cancer Support Community (CSC) Oncology Counselor will provide individual support for patients and family members impacted by cancer within CSC’s service area.

SCHEDULE:

This position is full-time (32-40 hours/week). Counseling hours will take place between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sessions will be provided online and in-person.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

1) Oncology Counseling: Provide assessment, short-term counseling and crisis intervention to individuals and families impacted by cancer in treatment at local cancer centers. Services provided include, but are not limited to, adjustment to illness counseling, depression and anxiety screening and recommendations, and bereavement support.

2) Outreach: Drive awareness of on-site programs including oncology counseling, support groups, healthy lifestyle classes, educational workshops, social programs, and practical assistance. Serve as a primary clinical contact for patients, family members, and other healthcare professionals.

3) Collaboration: Work with medical teams, coordinating care with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other staff.

4) Supervision and training: Utilize clinical supervision individually and in a weekly group setting. All CSC clinicians are supervised by a licensed social worker and participate in weekly clinical reflective supervision with several experts in this field of practice, allowing for clinicians to problem-solve difficult cases and collaborate on treatment plans.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Master’s degree in Social Work, counseling or related field

2) Current clinical license (LLMSW, LMSW)

3) Excellent clinical and therapeutic skills

4) Engaging and confident in working with others of varying disciplines

5) Curious and creative in approaching complex situations

6) Capable of working independently and as a member of a team

7) Proficient computer skills

8) Experience working with diverse populations

9) Proficient in one or more therapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, etc.)

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1) Experience working with oncology population

2) Experience working with multidisciplinary teams

 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The CSC is committed to providing equitable access and a safe space for members and staff of any race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and ability. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas and improves the quality of service. The CSC is grounded in a culture of creativity, growth and acceptance.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Taylor Fischman, LMSW,  Associate Program Director at taylor@cancersupportannarbor.org

JOB TITLE: Clinical Facilitator, Support Group at Trinity Health Brighton

STATUS: Contract

REPORTS TO: Associate Program Director

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

A Cancer Support Community (CSC) Clinical Facilitator is responsible for the facilitation of support groups for people affected by cancer at the CSC or at another designated location.  Clinical Facilitators are highly experienced, licensed clinical mental health professionals who are specifically trained in CSC philosophy and methodology and utilize those skills in group facilitation at CSC. Clinical Facilitators may also be expected to oversee educational workshops and other programs as well as representing CSC’s mission, core concepts and philosophy to the general public. This opening is for a monthly support group for individuals who have been affected by cancer, including patients, survivors, and loved ones. The group is located at Trinity Health Cancer Center – Brighton. The position also includes the potential for additional facilitation opportunities as available.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

1) Facilitating CSC support groups:  Within the framework of the Cancer Support Community model, a Clinical Facilitator helps group members share their cancer-related experiences in regularly scheduled group meetings. Clinical Facilitators assist groups of people affected by cancer to explore positive and negative emotions, better understand and reduce distress, and improve their quality of life. Clinical Facilitators help to assure that participants gain knowledge and information from each other to become more active in their cancer treatment and recovery, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual; this is part of the Patient Active Model, the foundation of all CSC programs. Clinical Facilitators do not serve or present themselves as experts in cancer or cancer treatment. Overall, a Clinical Facilitator helps CSC members discover ways to reduce their sense of isolation, regain a sense of control, and find hope that they can cope with their cancer. 

2) Overseeing workshops and special events:  Clinical Facilitators have the opportunity to serve as “hosts” for educational workshops, and other special programs. Expectations include, but are not limited to, introducing speakers/workshop leaders, providing introductory remarks that include a brief overview of CSC-GAA, participating in the program, occasional facilitation with presenter, fielding questions and answers, providing evaluations and closure, and providing feedback to the Program Director on the process and content of the workshop.

3) Supervision and training: Participate in clinical supervision meetings at least once per month as well as completion of time sheets and other reports as required by the facility. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director. One site training and observation must be completed prior to facilitating alone.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1) Licensed mental health professional (social work, psychology, marriage and family therapy, etc) in the state of Michigan. Documentation of licensure is required.

2) Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in group facilitation. 

3) Willingness to master and implement CSC psychosocial support methods, participate in ongoing clinical supervision, and the overall experience of a therapeutic community.

4) Ability to facilitate groups of individuals with serious chronic and/or terminal illness

5) Ability to be on location as well as experience using Zoom.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1) Experience working with oncology population

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Trevor Brooks, LMSW,  Associate Program Director at trevor@cancersupportannarbor.org.