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University of California, San Francisco

Behavior Health Counselor

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

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Position Behavior Health Counselor

University of California, San Francisco

Job Summary Under the supervision of Dr. Mason, the behavioral health counselor will perform clinical interviews to determine eligibility for the SLEEPS Study, a remote treatment study for insomnia conducted from the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health.

The interview protocol includes the Quick Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (QuickSCID) and the Structured Clinical Interview for Sleep Disorders (SCISD).

The counselor will follow manualized protocols for screening interviews and will occasionally attend study meetings via Zoom.

Salary and Benefits Salary Range:

$32.09

/hour to

$68.87

/hour.

Final offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

For more information on total compensation, please visit the UCSF compensation portal.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in social work, psychology, family counseling, or a related area, or equivalent experience.

Completion of clinical interviewing practica as part of graduate training or experience as a clinical interviewer for other clinical research studies (minimum 1 year).

Licensed in behavioral health counseling discipline‑required.

Minimum 3+ years of directly related experience.

Thorough knowledge, understanding, and experience with the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM‑5 (SCID‑5).

Thorough knowledge of assessment for suicidal ideation and safety planning.

Highly effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Excellent documentation skills related to pre‑, mid‑, and post‑clinical interview administration.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the administration of the Structured Clinical Interview for Sleep Disorders (SCISD).

Experience in the administration of the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C‑SSRS).

License/Certification

Licensed in behavioral health counseling discipline‑required in California.

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.

UCSF is the only campus in the 10‑campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.

Equal Employment Opportunity 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, disability, age or protected veteran status.

Learn more about UC policies on affirmative action, anti‑discrimination, and equity through the provided links.

Job Code and Payroll Title:

004459 BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 3 HX

Job Category:

Social Work and Psychology

Location:

San Francisco, CA

Appointment End Date:

30-Aug-2027

Employment Type:

Full‑time

(though originally marked as part‑time; negotiate with supervisor)

Work Style:

Fully Remote

(variable shift; Monday through Friday flexible)

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