LCPC - Oncology

Location: Hinsdale, New Lenox, Morris

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible)

Position Overview

Hope & Healing Cancer Services is expanding its comprehensive oncology care model to include

integrated behavioral health services. We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

(LCPC) to provide specialized mental health support to oncology patients and their families.

This role will focus on addressing the psychological, emotional, and behavioral challenges associated

with cancer diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and palliative care, while working closely with a

multidisciplinary oncology team.

Key Responsibilities

1. Patient Care & Counseling

Provide individual counseling to oncology patients across the care continuum (new diagnosis,

active treatment, survivorship, end-of-life)

Conduct psychosocial assessments, including distress screening and risk evaluation

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Provide crisis intervention and emotional support

Support patients coping with:

o Anxiety, depression, trauma

o Treatment-related stress

o Chronic illness adjustment

o End-of-life concerns

2. Family & Caregiver Support

Provide counseling and guidance to family members and caregivers

Facilitate family meetings when needed

Support caregiver burnout and emotional strain

3. Integration with Oncology Care Team

Collaborate with:

o Oncologists

o Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

o Nurses

o Clinical Research Coordinators

Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions

Integrate behavioral health into clinical workflows and care plans

4. Program Development

Assist in building and scaling the oncology behavioral health program

Develop:

o Screening protocols (e.g., distress thermometer)

o Referral pathways

o Standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Support integration with:

o Infusion center workflows

o Clinical trial patients (high-value differentiator)

5. Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EHR (CureMD)

Ensure compliance with:

o HIPAA

o State of Illinois regulations

o Oncology and behavioral health best practices

Participate in quality improvement initiatives

6. Group & Educational Programs

Develop and lead:

o Support groups (e.g., breast cancer, caregiver groups)

o Psychoeducation sessions

o Stress management workshops

Qualifications

Required

Active Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois

Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience

Preferred

Experience in:

o Oncology or chronic illness populations

o Hospital or outpatient medical settings

Familiarity with:

o Trauma-informed care

o Grief counseling

o Palliative care principles

Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Why Join Hope & Healing Cancer Services

Be part of a growing, community-based oncology practice

Work in an integrated care model combining:

o Oncology

o Infusion services

o Clinical research

o Behavioral health

Opportunity to build and shape a new mental health program

Direct impact on improving patient quality of life and outcomes