Clinical Social Worker I/II, Citywide Minna Team

Job Description Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor of the Citywide Minna Team, the Bilingual Spanish Speaking 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, clinical case management, crisis intervention and 5150 assessments, substance abuse treatment, assertive outreach, intake, assessment, service planning and consultation. The CSW I/II will coordinate closely with Westside Community Services, support service partners, justice system partners (SF Superior Court, Adult Probation Department, Parole) and other Citywide Minna Team members to develop successful treatment strategies. Additional duties include advocacy and coordination with outside agencies, clinical documentation in the Epic Electronic Health Care Record, 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 and 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. Responsibilities Provides ongoing mental health services including individual, group, and family psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and intensive outreach and engagement to a caseload of formerly homeless clients living at 509 Minna Street. Helps clients stabilize, maintain transitional housing, link to longer‑term services, and make clinically appropriate discharge plans and terminations. Coordinates services closely with Westside property management/forensic case management staff and the Citywide Minna Team to develop successful treatment strategies. Conducts intake of new clients, including assessment, community functioning, service needs, psychosocial history, mental status examination, and DSM‑V diagnosis. Provides consultation to multidisciplinary team and partner agencies involved in client care. Tracks client contacts, assessments, and care plans. Utilizes Medi‑Cal billing for services. Maintains client records according to City, County, and Medi‑Cal requirements; records data in client charts. Meets program productivity standards. Assists in processing quality improvement requests. Completes documentation of services in a timely fashion per Medi‑Cal guidelines. Attends staff meetings, participates in training sessions (e.g., in‑services, grand rounds). Identifies program problems and makes recommendations to supervisory and administrative staff. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications CSW I: Masters degree in social work, psychology or related field from an accredited university. CSW II: Masters degree in social work, psychology or related field from an accredited university 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. Registered with the California BBS as an ASW/AMFT/APCC or LCSW/LMFT/LPCC. Knowledge of psychiatric service operations and ability to apply concepts in an acute care setting. Strong interpersonal skills; experience working with diverse populations in gender, sexual orientation, race, and ethnicity. Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others; work well under pressure and with deadlines; follow oral and written instructions accurately and detail oriented; prepare written summaries and reports within required time frames; knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology. Ability to ensure patient care service standards are consistently met; assist staff with managing challenging patient interactions with sensitivity and skill. Spanish language fluency adequate to provide therapy to clients in this language. Ability to do outreach to client units and in the community at inpatient hospitals and other community locations. Preferred Qualifications Two years working with severely mentally ill adults, formerly homeless, and dual diagnosed populations. Licenses Required Registered with the California BBS as an ASW/AMFT/APCC or LCSW/LMFT/LPCC. 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 and 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. 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. 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