Clinical Social Worker

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

2d•$46 - $80

About The Position

Involves crisis intervention, psychosocial patient assessments and interventions, mandated reporting, information and referral, discharge planning, and coordination of health and mental health services with community providers. Works in concert with physicians, nurses, utilization management, discharge planners, and other allied health professionals; maybe a member of a structured case management team. Assists patients and their families with addressing and resolving the social, financial, and psychological problems related to their health condition and facilitates the patient's movement through the health continuum. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $46.10 - $79.62 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html REQUIRED FOR CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER II This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. Master’s degree from a CSWE accredited school of Social Work. A minimum of three years' experience in a supporting individual with complex health conditions, preferably with cancer patients. Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Demonstrated clinical experience utilizing skills in individual, family and group interventions. Knowledge of issues of access to health care and disability benefits. Demonstrates resourcefulness, effective written and oral communication, diplomacy, organizational and analytic skills. Self-directed, assertive and creative in problem solving, systems planning and patient care management in a high volume and complex work environment. Basic computer skills. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. ASW REQUIRED FOR CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER III 1. All items from Clinical Social Worker II Requirements, as well as items below 2. Licensed in Clinical Social Work in the state of California/Board of Behavioral Sciences. 3. The CSW III has advanced clinical knowledge and skills and is distinguished from the CSW II by leadership activities including participation in advanced program planning, provision of educational programs, clinical supervision, consultation to the clinical team, other departments, and the community. 4. Active LCSW License Thorough knowledge of community resources critical to supporting cancer patients, their caregivers and families. Therapeutic presence (i.e.: reflective listening, conveyance of empathy), experience carrying out mental health crisis management, and in explaining complicated systematic and interpersonal concepts in Spanish, Cantonese, or Russian. Applicants with a clear knowledge of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color cultural groups; including their strengths, needs, and communities. LCSW (CSW III) or ASW (CSW II) Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. 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Requirements

Master’s degree from a CSWE accredited school of Social Work.
A minimum of three years' experience in a supporting individual with complex health conditions, preferably with cancer patients.
Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Demonstrated clinical experience utilizing skills in individual, family and group interventions.
Knowledge of issues of access to health care and disability benefits.
Demonstrates resourcefulness, effective written and oral communication, diplomacy, organizational and analytic skills.
Self-directed, assertive and creative in problem solving, systems planning and patient care management in a high volume and complex work environment.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
ASW REQUIRED FOR CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER III 1. All items from Clinical Social Worker II Requirements, as well as items below 2. Licensed in Clinical Social Work in the state of California/Board of Behavioral Sciences. 3. The CSW III has advanced clinical knowledge and skills and is distinguished from the CSW II by leadership activities including participation in advanced program planning, provision of educational programs, clinical supervision, consultation to the clinical team, other departments, and the community. 4. Active LCSW License Thorough knowledge of community resources critical to supporting cancer patients, their caregivers and families.
Therapeutic presence (i.e.: reflective listening, conveyance of empathy), experience carrying out mental health crisis management, and in explaining complicated systematic and interpersonal concepts in Spanish, Cantonese, or Russian.
Applicants with a clear knowledge of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color cultural groups; including their strengths, needs, and communities.
LCSW (CSW III) or ASW (CSW II)

Responsibilities

crisis intervention
psychosocial patient assessments and interventions
mandated reporting
information and referral
discharge planning
coordination of health and mental health services with community providers
Works in concert with physicians, nurses, utilization management, discharge planners, and other allied health professionals
maybe a member of a structured case management team
Assists patients and their families with addressing and resolving the social, financial, and psychological problems related to their health condition
facilitates the patient's movement through the health continuum
participation in advanced program planning
provision of educational programs
clinical supervision
consultation to the clinical team, other departments, and the community