Social Work Associate

Psych-ZSFG-Adult-CWCM

Full Time

85663BR

Job Summary

The Social Work Associate (SWA) works with high risk mentally ill and/or substance abusing clients living in permanent supportive housing to prevent homelessness and link them to appropriate outpatient services. Through community outreach, the SWA assists with providing individual intensive clinical case management, counseling, crisis intervention, 5150 assessment, linkage to substance abuse treatment, psycho education, intake, assessment, and individualized service planning to their caseload.

The SWA coordinates closely with hotel support services and property management staff, as well as Roving Team members and other outside providers, to develop successful treatment strategies, treatment advocacy and coordination with other agencies and natural supports. The SWA tracks client contacts, treatment plans, assessments, evictions and makes appropriate referrals. The SWA maintains client records according to California, City and County requirements; and participate in an interdisciplinary treatment team.

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 at UCSF. For 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 $29.79 - $38.74 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH) is dedicated to providing services that integrate medical, psychiatric, and addiction treatment. SFGH is the largest provider of acute psychiatric care and the only San Francisco provider of psychiatric emergency care.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education, and two (2) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations.
• Two years Case Management experience.
• The ability to do outreach, including to SRO hotels.
• Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Ability to do outreach, including to SRO hotels, inpatient hospitals and scattered site housing locations.
• 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 and be detailed oriented. Able to efficiently prepare written summaries of activities, set priorities and complete reports within required timeframes. Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to social justice.
• Able to work as a team member in a culturally diverse setting.
• Able to lift 50lbs and climb stairs.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability.
• An 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

• Spanish language fluency adequate to provide therapy and clinical services to clients.
• Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary team to support clients.
• Experience with Avatar Billing System.
• Prior related experience in the homelessness response system of SF.
• Demonstrated understanding of Harm Reduction, The Recovery Model and Housing First Model.

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 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.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009341 SOCIAL WORK ASC

Job Category

Social Work and Psychology

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

SOMA (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours