Job Overview
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, of the Rene Cazenave Apartments Team, the Clinical Social Worker I/II (CSW I/II) works with formerly homeless individuals with mentally illness, chronic physical health issues, and/or substance abusing clients to prevent homelessness and link to appropriate outpatient services. The CSW I/II will carry a caseload of residents from RCA and provide individual treatment including; case management services, psychotherapy, crisis intervention and 5150 assessments, substance abuse treatment, and psycho education; intake, assessment, service planning and consultation.
The CSW I/II will coordinate closely with property management staff from Community Housing Partnership and Rene Cazenave Apartments Citywide Team members to develop successful treatment strategies; advocacy and coordination with other agencies, families and clients; track client contacts in Avatar Billing System, assessments, referrals and linkage; coordinate closely with hospitals and clinic medical providers as well as facilitating groups and community events. The candidate will also perform other duties as assigned.
The job will involve the ability to lift 50 lbs. and climb stairs.
Department Description
The San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH) is dedicated to providing services that integrate medical, psychiatric, and addiction treatment. SFGH is the largest provider of acute psychiatric care and the only San Francisco provider of psychiatric emergency care.
Required Qualifications
- CSW I: Master’s degree in social work, psychology or related field from an accredited university and registered with the Board of Behavioral Science as An Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) or Intern Marriage Family Therapist (IMFT)
- CSW II: In addition to above, possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science
- Experience working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations
- One year of experience doing community based case management and the ability to do outreach.
- Case Management experience
- Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others. Ability to work in a high stress, high volume area and work well under pressure and with deadlines. Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately, and be detailed oriented. Able to efficiently prepare written summaries of activities, set priorities and complete reports within required timeframes. Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to work as a team member in a culturally diverse setting
- Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability
- A preliminary job offer and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance.
- Understanding of mental health issues and sensitivity toward mental health clients
- Ability to work with clients and program staff from diverse cultural and social class backgrounds
Preferred Qualifications
- Spanish language fluency
- Prior related UC experience
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
007890 CLIN SOCIAL WORKER 1 EX
Job Category
Professional and Managerial
Bargaining Unit
University Professional and Technical Employees – Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Various Work Sites, Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)
Shift
Days, Evenings
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
Monday- Friday; 8:30am – 5:00pm; some evenings
