Job TitleSocial Worker Senior/UKHCRequisition NumberRE50208Working TitleSocial Worker Senior – Markey Cancer CenterDepartment NameM3030:Cancer Clinic ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$54,080-95,056/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MSW
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed
Job Summary
The Social Worker Senior provides comprehensive support to patients in the Markey Outpatient setting, conducting psycho-social evaluations, distress screenings, and assessing needs for financial, emotional, and practical assistance.
This role is responsible for making appropriate referrals to both oncology-specific community services and nationwide resources. Additionally, the Social Worker Senior helps facilitate support groups and other patient-oriented programs to enhance overall patient well-being.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
None
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Previous experience in oncology social work preferred but not required.
Deadline to Apply05/18/2025Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
