Social Work Associate

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor for the Citywide Supportive Housing Program Team, the Social Work Associate (SWA) works with San Franciscans living in Permanent Supportive Housing who struggle with issues of mental and physical health, substance use and housing retention to collaborate with community providers and link residents to appropriate outpatient services and provide housing stabilization to prevent homelessness. The SWA will be assigned a caseload of residents from one of the DISH supportive housing sites (Camelot, Le Nain, Empress, Windsor, PBI, Star) and provide individual treatment including case management services, crisis intervention and 5150 assessments, substance use treatment, and psycho education, group treatment, community events; intake, initial and annual assessment and service plans and consultation plus other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in social work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education
• One year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience if a bachelor's degree is not possessed; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• The 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 & anti-racism
• Able to work as a team member in a culturally diverse setting
• Able to lift 50lbs and climb stairs
• Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability
• A preliminary job offer, and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance
• 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

• Two years working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations
• Two years of Case Management experience
• Demonstrated ability to homelessness response system of SF
• Demonstrated understanding of UCSF values and Principles of Community.

License/Certifications

• N/A

About Us

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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