Clinical Social Worker

Company Description

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.

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 f.edu.

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.

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor for the Citywide Supportive Housing Program, the Clinical Social Work I/II (CSW I/II) works with San Franciscans living in Permanent Supportive Housing who struggle with issues of mental and physical health, substance use issues and housing retention to collaborate with community providers and link residents to appropriate outpatient services and provide housing stabilization to prevent homelessness.

The CSW I/II will carry a caseload of residents from one of the DISH supportive housing sites (Camelot, Le Nain, Empress, Windsor, PBI, Star) and provide individual treatment including case management services, psychotherapy, crisis intervention and 5150 assessments, substance use treatment, and psycho education, group treatment, community events; intake, assessment, service planning and consultation and other duties as assigned.

The CSW I/II maintains client records according to California, City and County requirements; and participates in an interdisciplinary treatment team. CSW I/II attends weekly staff meetings and participates in all required training sessions. Other duties as assigned. CSW I/II demonstrates a commitment to anti-racism, social justice and the ability to engage and respect a diverse community of clients and peers.

The CSW I/II will coordinate closely with property management staff from DISH, DPH Nursing and all other service providers to develop treatment strategies, advocacy and coordination with other agencies, families, and clients; track client contacts in Epic and One Systems, complete initial and annual assessments and service plans, referrals, and linkage; coordinate closely with hospitals and clinic medical providers and will also perform other duties as assigned.

Clients typically require routine assistance, individualized treatment approach and support from a community of providers.

Primary emphasis on treatment uses a client-centered approach to prepare individuals with disabilities in attaining optimal function, including psychological, social, and vocational function in the context of their personal goals, abilities, perception of quality of life and maximize housing retention with the use of a combination of clinical case management and advocacy.

The incumbent must foster and embrace the UCSF PRIDE. The job will involve the ability to lift 50 lbs, walking and climbing stairs and performing outreach to clients in their homes daily.

The salary range for CSWI position is $44.94 - $51.82 (Hourly Rate). 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  positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

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