Clinical Social Worker I/II

Psych-ZSFG-Adult-CWCM

Full Time

69380BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor of the Citywide Minna Team, the Clinical Social Worker I/II (CSW I/II) works with formerly homeless, justice involved adults who have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. The CSW I/II will carry a caseload of residents from the supportive transitional housing site at 509 Minna St (Minna Project) and provide treatment including; individual and group psychotherapy, crisis intervention and 5150 assessments, substance abuse treatment, assertive outreach, intake, assessment, service planning and consultation.  The CSWI/II will coordinate closely with Westside Community Services (property management and forensic case management on site), support service partners, justice system partners (SF Superior Court, Adult Probation Department, Pretrial Diversion), and other Citywide Minna Team members to develop successful treatment strategies. Additional duties include advocacy and coordination with outside agencies, clinical documentation in the Avatar Billing System, referrals and linkage, and other duties as assigned. The overall goal of the Minna Project is to help safely reduce the jail population, increase positive health outcomes, reduce homelessness, and foster the skills/supports necessary for clients to successfully exit the justice system. The incumbent must embrace the UCSF PRIDE values and work from a clinical approach and professional orientation committed to anti-racism, equity and inclusion. 

Department Description

The Division of Citywide Case Management Programs provides comprehensive outpatient treatment to San Franciscans suffering from severe mental illness, often complicated by substance abuse and/or chronic medical conditions. The mission of the division is to help clients recover prior functioning, while reducing reliance on acute services, and facilitate transitions from ZFGH psychiatric inpatient, jails, or other institutions to the community. 

The Citywide Minna Team provides comprehensive mental health treatment, substance abuse treatment, crisis intervention, housing advocacy, and linkages to long term care to clients residing at the Minna Hotel, a therapeutic transitional housing site for justice-involved, formerly homeless, dually-diagnosed adults.  The Minna Project is a collaboration between the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) and the San Francisco Adult Probation Department (SFAPD).  The Citywide Minna Team provides clinical services and collaborates closely with Westside Community Services, provider of property management and forensic case management services.

Required Qualifications

• CSW I: Masters degree in social work, psychology or related field from an accredited university
• or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
• CSW II: Masters degree in social work, psychology or related field from an accredited university  or equivalent combination of education and experience, and possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
• Ability to ensure patient care service standards are consistently met; assists staff with managing challenging patient interactions with sensitivity and skill.
• The ability to do outreach to client units and in the community at inpatient hospitals and other community locations.     Knowledge of psychiatric service operations and ability to apply concepts in an acute care setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with populations that is diverse in gender, sexual orientation, race, and ethnicity.
• 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; detail oriented.  Able to efficiently prepare written summaries of activities, set priorities and complete reports within required time frames.  Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations.

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.

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)

Additional Shift Details

Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5pm