Apr 24, 2026
Overview:
The Social Service Specialist at Riverside Healthcare provides comprehensive psychosocial support to oncology patients and their families. This role involves assessing patients' emotional, social, and practical needs and connecting them with resources that enhance their quality of life during treatment. The Social Service Specialist is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, offering counseling, advocacy, and coordination of care to help patients navigate the challenges of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. Shift Requirements: Part-Time Days | 10 hrs/wk Essential Duties: Patient Assessment: Conduct psychosocial assessments of oncology patients and their families to identify emotional, social, and practical needs. Counseling and Support: Provide individual and group counseling to patients and families, addressing issues such as coping with a cancer diagnosis, treatment-related stress, and end-of-life planning. Resource Coordination: Connect patients...
Riverside Healthcare
Kankakee, IL