Social Worker for Oncology
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Job Description
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Second Among All Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
About Social Services
At Cincinnati Children’s, our clinical social workers understand that managing any type of illness or hospitalization is a stressful experience. As members on every medical team, the clinical social workers provide ongoing support and counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, education, and connection to community resources.
Who We Are
The clinical social workers are all licensed professionals who provide specialized expertise on the medical teams. We are guided by our core values which include promotion of self-determination, dignity and respect for all beliefs and cultures, and supporting the strengths of patients and families in their pursuit of health and wellbeing. There are over 150 clinical social workers within the Social Service Division at Cincinnati Children’s serving patients and families through their inpatient hospitalization(s) and providing ongoing services in the outpatient settings.
What We Do
Families and caregivers with children that are coping with a medical condition can experience difficulties and hardships that impact their emotional, social, and financial well-being. Families and caregivers may also find challenges as they navigate through the complex medical system. Our clinical social workers provide comprehensive services to assist patients & families through their journey. The clinical social worker can assist with topics such as:
- Emotional support and counseling
- Family issues or conflicts
- A new diagnosis
- Crisis intervention
- Care coordination and treatment planning with the medical team
- Discharge coordination
- Grief, loss, or end of life issues
- Safety concerns
- Access to community resources
- Resources to address financial difficulties
About the job in Oncology
When a child is diagnosed with cancer, a blood disease or immune deficiency disorder, finding the right care is every family’s first and most important step. Today, more and more families are choosing Cincinnati Children’s, a special place where hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplantation, immune deficiency and vascular malformation experts have earned a strong reputation for providing sophisticated, family-centered treatments and cutting-edge research. We are ranked as the #1 cancer program in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
This Social Worker will support the medical team for Oncology. The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:30a-5pm. This position will work at Burnet Campus with the possibility of covering the outpatient Oncology clinic at Liberty one day per week.
Education & Experience Requirements:
Masters degree in Social Work and licensure in the State of Ohio required. Candidates with previous experience are preferred.
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
Burnet Campus
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Social Service
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
*Expected Starting Pay Range
*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status
$59,446.40 - $75,982.40
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
