Clinical Social Worker I/II

Under the supervision of the Citywide Focus Kujichagulia Program Director, the incumbent provides continuous, comprehensive mental health services, including crisis intervention, outreach, therapy, and case management, to adults with serious mental illness who are high utilizers of psychiatric and behavioral health services and who often have co-occurring substance use disorders and/or chronic medical conditions. The Kujichagulia team provides culturally responsive, recovery-oriented services with a primary focus on African American clients.
The incumbent assesses presenting problems; obtains psychosocial histories; conducts comprehensive mental status examinations; and formulates diagnoses in accordance with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR). The incumbent develops, implements, and monitors individualized treatment plans; provides individual, group, and family interventions, as appropriate; participates as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team; collaborates with psychiatrists, nurses, peer specialists, and other behavioral health professionals to coordinate client care; serves as a liaison with inpatient psychiatric units, community-based organizations, and other service providers to facilitate referrals, care transitions, and continuity of treatment; provides ongoing case management, crisis intervention, and care coordination services; advocates for clients in accessing behavioral health, medical, housing, vocational, and other supportive services; maintains accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with California state law, City and County policies, Medi-Cal documentation standards, and departmental requirements; participates in quality improvement and utilization review activities, as assigned; attends required staff meetings, clinical supervision, and professional development trainings; maintains compliance with applicable professional licensure, certification, and continuing education requirements; and performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
CSW I: Masters degree in social work, psychology, or counseling or related field from an accredited school of social work or equivalent experience/training and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
CSW II. A Master's degree in social work, psychology or counseling from an accredited school of social work and possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure as a clinical social worker, as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
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
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:
Two years working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations
Case Management and Care Coordination experience
Culturally competent in working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and adverse lived experience.
One year experience working with African American clients
One year experience doing community-based case management and the ability to do outreach including to SRO hotels
CSW II: Eligible to test for licensure with the Board of Behavioral Science as An Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) or Intern Marriage Family Therapist (IMFT).
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
CSW II. A Master's degree in social work, psychology or counseling from an accredited school of social work and possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure as a clinical social worker, as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position
CSW II: Eligible to test for licensure with the Board of Behavioral Science as An Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW) or Intern Marriage Family Therapist (IMFT).
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of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
60
Yes
Service Provision
Provides ongoing mental health services, including psychotherapy (Individual, Group, & Family), Crisis Intervention, Case Management and Outreach to a caseload of severely mentally ill clients. Makes case terminations and discharge plans, when clinically appropriate.
15
Yes
Service Planning, Consultation and Liaison
Develops a comprehensive individual service plan for each client, integrating knowledge of a wide range of human service resources. Provides consultation to a multi-disciplinary treatment team on the psychosocial ramifications of psychiatric illness. Facilitates treatment coordination among various agencies and advocates for and links clients to needed services. Provides consultation to and maintains liaison with campus and community programs, including educational, legal, and social organizations involved in case management. Acts as liaison to inpatient units to facilitate referrals and service treatment.
10
Yes
Intake/Assessment

Skills
Documentation

Experience
1+ yrs