Medical Social Services Clinical Supervisor

Job Summary

Involves crisis intervention, psychosocial patient assessments and interventions, mandated reporting, information and referral, non-medical 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 movement through 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  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 $101,300 - $216,700 (Annual Rate).

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At UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, we understand that hospitalization, illness or injury can be extremely stressful. Clinical Social Workers are available in every area of the hospital to help patients and their families cope with a broad range of psychological stressors related to illness and being in the medical environment. Our Social Workers are part of the health care team to support patients through the continuum of care.

We strive to reduce health disparities to increase access to care through a trauma informed and anti-racist approach.

• Master’s degree in Social Work
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• 5 + years post-Masters experience as a Medical Social Worker in a pediatric healthcare setting. + 2 or more years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise a team and manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with social work services.
• Strong knowledge of social work services, and familiarity with case management, utilization review, discharge planning, home care, and / or managed care.
• Strong knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources matters and performance, and to participate in decision‑making on human resources matters.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with all levels of management and staff across clinical disciplines.
• Knowledge of applicable business software and specialized applications and data management systems.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines in a complex, challenging environment
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills to structure unit operations and lead assigned staff in an efficient and effective manner
• Advanced clinical skills with practical knowledge of social work theories, principles and techniques;
  Federal, State and local laws, health care setting rules and regulations.

• LEAN Management and Active Daily Engagement Skills, within 6 months of hire

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere.

In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional…