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University of California, San Francisco

Clinical Social Worker

University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Job Summary The Clinical Social Worker (CSW) is the initial social work point of contact for newly admitted patients and their family/friends, service providers, etc. CSWs complete initial assessments using the biopsychosocial model and provide services such as case management, facilitating family meetings and case conferences, providing psychoeducation, and facilitating clinical groups and 1:1 interventions. They collaborate closely with the rest of the treatment team, patients, and collaterals to formulate treatment and aftercare plans, and they complete all required documentation within the designated timeframes. The position may also provide support across treatment teams and psychiatry units when there are coverage gaps within the Social Work team, during periods of increased workload, or when there are other exceptional requests regarding patient care needs on 7L or in PES.

Department Description The Inpatient Psychiatric Social Work Team at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center is part of a broader interdisciplinary treatment team that provides care to adults experiencing acute mental health crises. Social workers currently partner with one another by splitting clinical care and discharge planning responsibilities for the same patients. This posting is for a Clinical Social Worker, with some overlapping duties.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field from an accredited university and registered as an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT)

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or related field from an accredited university and possession of licensure through California Board of Behavioral Sciences, or possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure, as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences

Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others; work well under pressure and with deadlines; follow oral and written instructions accurately and be detail oriented

Ability to efficiently prepare written summaries of activities, set priorities and complete reports within required timeframes; knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology

Ability to create and use an organizational system to track and prioritize completion of all patient care responsibilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work as a team member in a culturally diverse setting

Ability to lift 50 lbs and climb stairs

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

Prior related UC experience

Fluency in English and Spanish or Cantonese

Experience working with adults who have serious mental illness and may be unhoused and/or are dually diagnosed with a co-occurring substance use disorder

Experience working in a hospital setting

License/Certification

Registration with the CA Board of Behavioral Sciences

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. UCSF is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in both workforce and patient care.

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.

Location: San Francisco, CA – Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)

Salary Range: $44.94 – $51.82 per hour (subject to standard UCSF approvals and collective bargaining agreements for union positions)

Shift: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; 8 hours per day; fully on‑site

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