Center on Halsted
Robert Smith, LCSW, CADC, currently serves as a Stem Cell Transplant/Oncology Inpatient Social Worker at Northwestern Memorial Hospital since April 2012, where responsibilities include managing the psychosocial needs of high-acuity oncology patients, facilitating family meetings, and advocating for patient autonomy. In addition to this role, Robert has been a faculty member at Lillstreet Art Center since January 2008, teaching pottery techniques while fostering self-esteem and team-building among students. With extensive experience in volunteer roles at the Center on Halsted and previous positions in behavioral health and mental health internships, Robert's educational background includes a Master's in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago, a Certificate in Addiction Studies from Harold Washington Community College, and a Bachelor's in Journalism from Indiana University.