Social Worker - Cancer Center

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland, OH

Job posting number: #7318524 (Ref:ccf22549060)

Posted: October 16, 2025

Job Description


Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

At Cleveland Clinic, we recognize that relational, mental health, financial, and situational challenges can be just as impactful as physical health concerns. Our caregivers understand that whole-person care goes beyond the body.

As a Social Worker on our team, you will apply your expertise in crisis intervention, resource navigation, mediation, counseling, and patient empowerment to support individuals and families from diverse backgrounds and with varying needs. Your work will directly influence patients' lives, helping them move toward stability, healing, and improved overall well-being.

A caregiver in this position worksM-F: 8:00am—5:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

  • Work collaboratively with healthcare teams to assess and plan interventions to help patients cope with social, emotional, financial and environmental problems.

  • Perform psychosocial assessments and provide interventions to assist patients and families (e.g., counseling, education, advocacy, referrals, conflict resolution, crisis intervention, problem solving and coordinating family/team meetings).

  • Provide and/or document treatment recommendations, professional recommendations, care coordination interventions and treatment plans.

  • Engage patients and families in adhering to the treatment plan by reducing or eliminating barriers.

  • Maintain a network of resources for consultation and connect patients with community resources.

  • Supervise Social Work Interns and assist with training new caregivers.

  • Educate other caregivers about the impact of social problems on health outcomes and the effectiveness of social interventions in improving outcomes.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program

  • Current state licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

  • State licensure as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) within five years of hire

  • Two years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/


Physical Requirements:

  • Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.

  • May require periods of sitting, standing and the ability to walk to various locations throughout the Foundation to attend meetings.

  • Must have normal or correction vision

  • Must be able to clearly communicate verbally by phone.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.



By embracing and understanding the diversity EVERY ONE brings, Cleveland Clinic has created an inclusive culture that promotes innovation, growth, and new ideas. This has enhanced our ability to attract the best global talent to provide the best patient experience possible. Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment/affirmative action employer: Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Smoke/drug free environment.


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Job posting number:#7318524 (Ref:ccf22549060)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland,Ohio
United States
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