The objective of this article in this research was to analyze the role of the social worker in the area of oncology and their resilient perspective towards the family of the oncology patient. The method used had a qualitative approach, with a narrative research design. The sample was made up of two social workers from the SOLCA Social Work department and five relatives of oncology patients who receive support from said department. As a data collection instrument, a semi-structured interview guide was applied, valid by expert judgment. The general results revealed that the role of the social worker in oncology is to provide emotional support, guidance, access to resources and humanized and comprehensive care to the patient and her family, constituting an invaluable contribution to improving her quality of life. Likewise, the strong emotional and economic impact that the disease generates ...