Clinical Social Worker

Responsibilities

• %
• of time
• Essential Function (Yes/No )
• Key Responsibilities
• (To be completed by Supervisor)
• 80%
• Yes
• Performs time-limited individual psychotherapy and facilitates treatment groups as required using an evidence-based model for psychiatric outpatients plus a limited amount of longer-term supportive therapy (completing 32 encounters [typically 45-60 min therapy] per week).
• Obtain and maintain a wRVU target that is in alignment with organizational True North goals.
• Works closely with psychiatrists (both trainees and faculty) in providing collaborative care to shared patients
• Works closely with other providers to coordinate care and provide necessary resources and support to patients.
• Provides referrals to other providers as needed.
• Facilitates support groups as required.
• Consistently maintains established productivity standards.
• Cooperates with practice staff, including schedulers, front desk personnel, and practice/nurse managers, and clinical supervisors to assure smooth delivery of patient care services.
• Completes timely and accurate coding of encounters.
• Responds to requests from business office staff regarding questions or denied claims.
• Complies with all UCSF Medical Center procedures for infection control, safety, and administrative and clinical practice. Complies with activities mandated by The Joint Commission and CA Title 22 and all applicable state/federal regulations.
• Complies with all UCSF Medical Center policies regarding the maintenance and confidentiality of medical records and other patient information.
• May be assigned to provide psychotherapy services in other Outpatient Behavioral Health and Psychiatry clinics or programs at the discretion of management.
• 20%
• Administrative tasks related to direct clinical service, including, but not limited to: completing clinical documentation in APeX and according to HIMS standards for completion, communication to care teams, identification of referral resources, authorization forms for payors. Contribute in Lean Management system activities to include but not limited to: attending daily huddles, training and improvement initiatives, and monthly true north board rounds.
• 100%
• (To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field from an accredited university
• Licensed in the State of California (LCSW)
• Minimum one year of clinical experience
• Meets requirements for UCSF Medical Staff membership
• Demonstrated ability to provide time limited therapy (e.g. CBT, DBT, TLDP, IPT, etc.) for anxiety and mood disorders
• Demonstrated ability to provide supportive psychotherapy
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately triage and manage mental health emergencies
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under supervision, seek and receive feedback, and maintain interest in continuing professional development
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and humility
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skill with an emphasis on tact and diplomacy and ability to interact with members from various levels of an organization
• Demonstrated record of excellent reliability in attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrated commitment to projects and strong initiative
• Demonstrated effective organizational, planning, and scheduling abilities
• Demonstrated ability to create collaborative alliances and promote teamwork
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations
• Excellent documentation and clinical skills
• Ability to chart efficiently in electronic health record

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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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