CATS Behavioral Health Clinician

Involves patient care services for a range of mental health disorders, often severe including major depressive disorders, paranoia, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder. Settings may be inpatient, outpatient or clinical research studies. Patient care may be provided by a combination of licensed clinicians, as well as counselors and crisis intervention specialists. Patients typically require routine assistance, treatment or a specialized and controlled environment. Primary emphasis on treatment and attempt where possible to help patients control their own lives in the outside world, with the use of a combination of psychiatric drugs and psychotherapy.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related area and 3+ years related work experience; and/or equivalent experience.
• Licensed as Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist
• 3+ years of related work experience
• Strong skills in providing individual and group behavioral therapy, behavioral analysis and / or educational interventions.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession.
• Strong knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills.
• Strong skills in collaborating with heath care providers, PIs and community partners.
• Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Spanish language preferred

License/Certification :

• Licensed as Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist

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 here.

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.

Salary Information

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.

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Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in related area and 3+ years related work experience; and/or equivalent experience.
• Licensed as Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist
• 3+ years of related work experience
• Strong skills in providing individual and group behavioral therapy, behavioral analysis and / or educational interventions.
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession.
• Strong knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills.
• Strong skills in collaborating with heath care providers, PIs and community partners.
• Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Spanish language preferred

License/Certification :

• Licensed as Clinical Social Worker, Marriage Family Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist