Full-Time Clinical Social Worker
Job Description
| Clinical Social Worker |
Job Summary The Clinical Social Worker (CSW) I/II position is part of the Behavioral Health Services team and is responsible for providing individual and group psychotherapy, care coordination, targeted case management and substance use counseling services to individuals who have severe mental health challenges, substance use issues and/or are living with HIV/AIDS. This position requires strong communication skills, understanding the clinical needs of diverse communities, and the ability to perform multiple clinical tasks. This position involves a combination of triage/screening and referral, crisis assessment, intake assessment and carrying a caseload of psychotherapy clients. Additionally, this position will participate in becoming certified in providing one of two specific trauma treatments – STAIR Narrative Therapy (SNT) or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) – and providing treatment to a caseload of clients with PTSD symptoms who are part of a clinical trial at AHP. This position is part of a larger multidisciplinary behavioral health services team that includes psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, therapists, substance use counselors, case managers and psychologists. This position provides a continuum of behavioral health services and is intended to be a core component to increasing service access to individuals with co-occurring disorders. All services are provided within a harm reduction philosophy, and utilize relational therapy, trauma-informed treatments among other interventions. This position works under the clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional and in conjunction with other teammates. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (ucop.edu) Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% – 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html The Alliance Health Project (AHP) is a community-based LGBTQ+ and HIV-focused clinic located at 1930 Market Street in San Francisco. We provide individual and group psychotherapy, substance use counseling, case management, support groups, psychiatry, sexual health services, a graduate-level clinical traineeship program, and provider education and training. Our multi-disciplinary staff are a client-centered, collaborative, harm reduction-oriented team. We have continued to grow as a community-based clinic by anticipating and addressing the changing needs of our LGBTQ+ and HIV community members for more than 35 years. Our process of continuous improvement of service to our community includes a strong focus on cultural humility and anti-racist service provision. Required Qualifications For CSW I: • CSWI: Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position • A preliminary job offer and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance For CSW II: Preferred Qualifications • One year of direct clinical experience in the treatment of multiply diagnosed clients (mental health conditions, substance abuse, medical issues, etc.). • One year of experience working within a multidisciplinary team. • One year of experience coordinating care with service providers. • One year of experience in facilitating groups with multiply diagnosed clients. • Familiar with Avatar and Mental Health and Drug Medi-Cal systems of care • Experience with documenting according to Medi-Cal standards in Avatar, both Mental Health and Drug Medi-Cal systems • Understanding of psychosocial issues facing the LGBTQ+ and HIV-affected communities. • Experience working within a harm reduction framework, utilizing trauma-informed care models and evidence-based relational therapies. • Fluent in Spanish, with written and verbal proficiency and past professional experience utilizing Spanish in clinical work. • Sensitivity to working with cultural, ethnic, and racial issues. • Demonstrated cultural humility. • Understanding and experience working with severe mental health challenges. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated excellence in reliability and attendance. License/Certification • Within 6 months of employment, successful completion of San Francisco Department of Public Health Involuntary Hold/5150 certification. About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Interested applicants should apply to: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=6495&siteid=5861#jobDetails=3488558_5861 |
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