Amy Colver
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Adaptable oncology social worker with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Expertise in clinical psychosocial care and patient education. Strong communicator and problem-solver, skilled in cross-department collaboration to improve processes and services. Detail-oriented and committed to providing empathetic support to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Education and Online Content Specialist
Susan G. Komen
10.2022 - Current
- Deliver safe, accurate and evidence-based information about breast cancer to patients, caregivers, healthcare providers and the public interacting with the organization.
- Consistently review and edit the 'About Breast Cancer' and 'Patients and Caregivers' content on komen.org using clear, people-centered language that empowers informed health decisions in collaboration with healthcare providers. Implement strategies to enhance SEO and user experience.
- Customize 3D interactive models to provide audiovisual tools for educating individuals about breast cancer.
- Develop new educational resources and update existing materials through a thoughtful, informed process to serve the needs of the organization’s audience.
- Review and fact-check blogs, social media posts, newsletters, email campaigns and other communications to ensure consistent and accurate messaging about breast cancer.
- Assess potential partnerships to ensure safety for breast cancer patients and the public.
- Serve as a psychosocial oncology expert, offering expertise and support across the organization.
- Manage and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects across departments, including the Patient Care Center, Community Health, Marketing and Communications, IT and Community Development.
MANAGER, SOCIAL WORK AND SUPPORTIVE CARE
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Improved patient well-being by overseeing psychosocial oncology across 14 sites.
- Minimized cancer's impact through delivering high-quality care for patients, families.
- Implemented distress screening and advance care planning with key leaders and payors.
- Supervised 12 social workers, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated orientation and interdisciplinary education for oncology social workers.
- Presented data reports and facilitated meetings, managing multiple projects efficiently.
BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT SOCIAL WORKER
Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center/Colorado Blood Cancer Institute
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Enhanced patient outcomes through comprehensive pre-transplant psychosocial assessments and care plans.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration in inpatient and outpatient settings to coordinate care.
- Communicated patient psychosocial needs to teams, ensuring holistic treatment approaches.
- Completed high-risk assessments within 24 hours, improving discharge planning efficiency.
- Managed diverse cancer patient caseload, addressing barriers and improving treatment adherence.
- Supported patients throughout illness trajectory, conducting ongoing assessments for better care.
LUNG CANCER PROGRAM SOCIAL WORKER
Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Enhanced patient care through tailored psychosocial assessments and care plans.
- Identified high-risk patients and provided targeted psychosocial interventions.
- Built rapport and offered supportive counseling throughout cancer treatment journeys.
- Facilitated emotional health by applying knowledge of mental health conditions.
- Navigated healthcare systems, advocating for services and connecting patients to resources.
- Educated patients on advance care planning and completed directive documentation.
BLOOD AND MARROW TRANSPLANT SOCIAL WORKER
Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center
12.2017 - 02.2020
- Enhanced transplant experiences through comprehensive psychosocial assessments and tailored care plans.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary discussions, emphasizing unique psychosocial perspectives of patients and caregivers.
- Guided patients and caregivers throughout disease trajectories, addressing various medical challenges.
- Provided ongoing assessments and supportive counseling for illness adjustment and end-of-life care.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques to ensure patient well-being during challenging situations.
OUTPATIENT ONCOLOGY SOCIAL WORKER II
University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center
03.2013 - 12.2017
- Evaluated transplant candidacy through comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients.
- Implemented tailored social work care plans to enhance cancer patient treatment adherence.
- Cultivated supportive relationships, guiding patients from diagnosis to survivorship or end-of-life.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure cohesive patient care across settings.
- Navigated healthcare systems, providing personalized referrals to crucial resources.
INPATIENT ONCOLOGY AND WOMEN’S HEALTH SOCIAL WORKER
Cleveland Clinic
07.2012 - 02.2013
- Ensured continuity of care through effective discharge planning arrangements.
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary team members in various settings.
- Implemented psychosocial interventions supporting patients and families during illness trajectories.
- Guided patients through advance directives and financial concerns with empathy.
- Documented psychosocial assessments and discharge planning notes for care continuity.
ONCOLOGY SOCIAL WORK INTERN
University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Enhanced patient support through comprehensive psychosocial assessments and tailored care plans.
- Fostered supportive relationships, guiding patients through cancer diagnoses and treatments.
- Developed innovative photo-journaling intervention with art therapy to boost coping strategies.
- Ensured patient-centered care by collaborating with multidisciplinary oncology teams.
PATIENT SERVICES INTERN
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
09.2010 - 04.2011
- Enhanced support for blood cancer patients through phone assessments and services.
- Organized volunteer training for First Connection program, fostering peer support networks.
- Designed educational programs empowering patients and caregivers with essential resources.
- Executed community outreach initiatives to ensure equitable access to care.
- Identified needs of underserved populations, improving access to vital support services.
Education
Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA) - Social Work (MSW)
Case Western Reserve University, The Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences
Cleveland, Ohio05.2012
Master of Arts - Bioethics
Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine
Cleveland, Ohio05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio12.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Google Workspace (Docs, Drive, Calendar, Meet)
- Project Management Software (Asana, Jira)
- Content Management System (WordPress)
- Electronic Medical Records (EPIC, Allscripts)
- Familiarity with Compliance (HIPAA standards and confidentiality)
- Project management
Contract Positions
FIELD FACULTY LIASION
08/2025 – CURRENT
Cleveland State University┃Remote in Ohio
- Serve as the university's connection between graduate social work students and their field agency and provide support to students and their field instructors.
- Oversee each student's field education experience to ensure they are meeting competencies and practice behaviors.
- Evaluate each student's performance by reviewing learning contracts and time sheets.
- Conduct educational webinars to complement students' learning in the field.
MENTAL HEALTH COURSE WRITER
04/2025 – CURRENT
EdCompass┃Remote in Ohio
- Developed comprehensive course materials on mental health topics for various professionals.
- Tailored content to enhance understanding of complex mental health issues and practices.
- Researched current trends in mental health to ensure relevance and accuracy of materials.
- Incorporated case studies to provide practical applications of theoretical concepts.
SUPPORT GROUP FACILITATOR
03/2023 – 08/2023
The Dempsey Center┃Portland, Maine
- Created welcoming atmosphere for diverse individuals managing various cancer experiences.
- Promoted inclusivity through active facilitation of cancer support group.
- Enhanced empowerment by providing tailored counseling and education.
- Guided members to navigate emotional challenges during cancer treatment.
- Fostered knowledge-sharing to improve coping strategies and emotional resilience.
- Encouraged group interaction for mutual support and understanding.
Affiliations
Association of Oncology Social Workers
Certification
Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio
Certification
Certified Oncology Social Worker (OSW-C)
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
INTERVENTIONIST
03/2021 – 10/2021
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, Ohio
- Evaluated the needs of multiple sclerosis caregivers and delivered psychosocial interventions focusing on self-care, education, empowerment, and addressing practical concerns.
- Recorded and maintained detailed documentation of social work interventions in RedCap for accurate study data collection and analysis.
WRITING & EDITING EXPERIENCE
Editor-in-Chief
AOSW Connections (Quarterly Newsletter)
09/2023 – Current
Association of Oncology Social Workers
- Oversee the editorial direction, production, and publication of a quarterly newsletter reaching oncology social workers nationwide. Contributes an article to each issue.
Editor
AOSW Connections (Quarterly Newsletter)
03/2021 – 08/2023
Association of Oncology Social Workers,
- Edited and curated content for publication, ensuring high-quality, engaging articles tailored to the oncology social work community.
Content Writer
Chemocare.com
2020
Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute
- Authored patient-centered content for this educational website, empowering individuals undergoing chemotherapy with evidence-based information.
Contributor
Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Cancer Book
2009
- Published an inspiring personal story in a widely recognized anthology focused on cancer-related experiences.
COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP & MEMBERSHIP
- Mission United Committee Co-chair, Susan G. Komen, March 2025 – Present
- Wellness Committee Member, Susan G. Komen, January 2025 – Present
- Communications Committee Member, Association of Oncology Social Workers, 2018 – Present
- Mission United Committee Member, Susan G. Komen, April 2023 – March 2025
- Awards Committee Member, Association of Oncology Social Workers, 2023 & 2025
- Managed Care and Quality Committee Member, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, January 2022 – October 2022
- Ethics Committee Member, Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital, Fall 2021
- Career Development Committee Member, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 2020 – 2021
- Care for the Cancer Caregiver Committee Member, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 2020 – 2021
- Voice of the Cancer Caregiver Committee Member, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 2018 – 2021
- Blood and Marrow Transplant Program Advance Care Planning Committee Member, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 2019 – 2020
- Blood and Marrow Transplant Program Survivorship Committee Member, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 2018 – 2020
- Blood and Marrow Transplant Program Quality Committee Member, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute, 2018 -– 2020
- Supportive and Integrative Oncology Clinical Program Development Taskforce Member, University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, 2016 – 2017
- Biopsychosocial Screening Taskforce Member, University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center, 2015 – 2017
- Social Work Board Member, Bone Marrow Foundation, 2014 – 2017
- Blood Cancer Symposium Planning Committee Member, The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 2010 – 2014
- President, Mandel Council for Student Community Leadership, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, November 2010 – February 2012
RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
- Dabney, J., Bias, A., Pohlman, B., Bernhard, L., Chakraborty, R., Chiancore, L., Colver, A., Dean, R., Dyne, D., Elberson, J., Ferraro, C., Fielding, F., Hodgeman, B., Khouri, J., Lawrence, C., McInnes, S., Piks, C., Ruder, L., Zinko, A., & Hamilton, B. (2020). Advance Care Planning in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients: A Survey of Providers in a Blood & Marrow Transplant Program. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. 26. S78. 10.1016/j.bbmt.2019.12.585.
- Mathanda, R., Hamilton, B., Rybicki, L., Advani, A., Colver, A., Dabney, J., Ferraro, C., Hanna, R., Kalaycio, M., Lawrence, C., McLellan, L., Sobecks, R., Majhail, N., & Rotz, S. (2020). Quality of Life Trajectories in Adolescent and Young Adult Versus Older Adult Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Recipients. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. 26. 10.1016/j.bbmt.2020.03.023.
- Hamilton, B., Rybicki, L., Strzalka, C., Dabney, J., Colver, A., Lawrence, C., Avner, F., Dean, R., Gerds, A., Hill, B., Jagadeesh, D., Kalaycio, M., Pohlman, B., Sobecks, R., & Majhail, N. (2020). Measuring Patient-Reported Outcomes (PROs) in Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant (HCT) Recipients. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. 26. S67-S68. 10.1016/j.bbmt.2019.12.236.
- Ferraro, C., Bernhard, L., Corrigan, D., Starn, J., Hodgeman, B., Elberson, J., Winslow, V., Colver, A., Dabney, J., Lawrence, C., Coffman, J., Majhail, N., & Hamilton, B. (2019). Implementing Recommended Long Term Follow-up Screening and Preventive Practices in an Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplant Survivorship Clinic. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. 25. S78-S79. 10.1016/j.bbmt.2018.12.179.
- Hamilton, B., Serafino, S., Rybicki, L., Bernhard, L., Elberson, J., Hodgeman, B., Starn, J., Winslow, V., Colver, A., Dabney, J., Lawrence, C., Dean, R., Gerds, A., Hill, B., Jagadeesh, D., Kalaycio, M., Pohlman, B., Sobecks, R., & Majhail, N. (2019). Day 100 Risk Assessment Tool Predicts 1-Year Mortality After Allogeneic Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation. Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation. 25. S137-S138. 10.1016/j.bbmt.2018.12.462.
- Mathanda, R., Hamilton, B., Rybicki, L., Advani, A., Bolwell, B., Colver, A., Dabney, J., Ferraro, C., Flagg, A., Hanna, R., Kalaycio, M., Lawrence, C., McLellan, L., Sobecks, R., & Majhail, N. (2018). Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation (HCT) Recipients Have Similar Quality of Life (QoL) Compared to Older Adults in the First Year Post-Transplantation. Blood. 132. 4768-4768. 10.1182/blood-2018-99-113027.
- Begovic-Juhant, A., Chmielewski, A., Iwuagwu, S., and Chapman, L. (2012). Impact of Body Image on Depression and Quality of Life Among Women with Breast Cancer. Journal of Psychosocial Oncology, 30(4), 446-460.
Professional Presentations
- “Psychosocial Aspects of Cancer Survivorship” – Susan G. Komen, 2025
- “Practicing Gratitude” – Susan G. Komen, 2023
- “Caring for the Caregiver” - The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Virtual Program, 2021
- “Accessing Support and Resources” - Lung Cancer Symposium at The Gathering Place, 2020
- “Suicide Risk, Assessment, and Intervention Training” - Bone Marrow Transplant Program Meeting, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center, 2020
- “Living with Chronic Graft vs. Host Disease” - Bone Marrow Transplant Survivorship Symposium, Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center, 2018
- “Meet the Experts Panel Discussion” - Meredith A. Cowden Foundation GvHD National Symposium, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2016
- “Resources for Young Adults with Cancer” - Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital & University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center’s Adolescent and Young Adult Symposium, 2014
- “Financial and Community Resources” - The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Annual Blood Cancer Symposium, 2012
GRANT AWARD
Caregiver Catalyst Grant
2019 - 2020
Cleveland Clinic
- Awarded $10,000 to create kits (called Noa’s ARK) for blood and marrow transplant patients that included items meant to keep them “afloat” during the intense recovery period, such as coloring books, word puzzles, writing activities, and more.
AWARDS & HONORS
Caregiver Awards - University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center and Cleveland Clinic, 2012 - 2021, Dean’s Award for Outstanding Student Achievement - The Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, May 20, 2012, Caregiver Award - The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – Patient Services, May 4, 2011
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
- Secondary Trauma and Resiliency Training, Vital Hearts, May 2022
- Biopsychosocial Pain Management Training Program, City of Hope, May 2022
- Biopsychosocial Screening Training Program, City of Hope, March 2016
- Walking Through Grief: A Bereavement Certificate Program, Hospice of The Western Reserve, May 2012
Timeline
Sr. Education and Online Content Specialist
Susan G. Komen
10.2022 - Current
MANAGER, SOCIAL WORK AND SUPPORTIVE CARE
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
01.2022 - 10.2022
BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT SOCIAL WORKER
Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center/Colorado Blood Cancer Institute
08.2021 - 12.2021
LUNG CANCER PROGRAM SOCIAL WORKER
Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center
02.2020 - 07.2021
BLOOD AND MARROW TRANSPLANT SOCIAL WORKER
Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center
12.2017 - 02.2020
OUTPATIENT ONCOLOGY SOCIAL WORKER II
University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center
03.2013 - 12.2017
INPATIENT ONCOLOGY AND WOMEN’S HEALTH SOCIAL WORKER
Cleveland Clinic
07.2012 - 02.2013
ONCOLOGY SOCIAL WORK INTERN
University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center
05.2011 - 12.2011
PATIENT SERVICES INTERN
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
09.2010 - 04.2011
Master of Arts - Bioethics
Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Cleveland State University
Master of Science in Social Administration (MSSA) - Social Work (MSW)
Case Western Reserve University, The Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences