Clinical Social Worker I/II IOP

Under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Supervisor of the Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and the  at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital Division of Infant, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (ICAP) this position, held by a Clinical Social Worker, will provide direct care ensuring high quality evidence-based care, adherence to best practices and compliance with regulatory standards in adolescent mental health intensive treatment. Clinical duties involve crisis intervention, psychosocial patient assessments and interventions, mandated reporting, information and referral, non medical discharge planning, and coordination of health and mental health services with community providers. Works in concert with licensed clinicians, counselors, physicians, nurses, utilization management, discharge planners, and other allied health professionals. Assists adolescent patients and their families with addressing social, vocational, and behavioral problems related to their adolescent’s mental health condition and facilitates the adolescent patient’s movement through the health continuum. Promotes shared decision-making at all levels to ensure a shared voice in practices, exchange of ideas, enhanced communication, and continually improved patient services.

The IOP maintains a contract with San Department of Public Health Behavioral Health Services (BHS) and all clients are on Medi-Cal insurance and from culturally diverse backgrounds. This position is 100% on-site. As an employee of UCSF and contractor with the City of San Francisco, this position is an essential worker and will continue to support and provide direct service during a natural disaster and or pandemic.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

UCSF Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG), a Level 1 Trauma Center, stands as a pillar of healthcare excellence, distinguished by its unwavering commitment to high-quality clinical services, research, education, advocacy, and public service. As a public hospital, ZSFG is dedicated to serving the city's most economically vulnerable populations. Our clinical services are intricately linked with the San Francisco Department of Public Health's Community Behavioral Health System, providing essential care to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.

As a vital component of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), ZSFG merges world-class medical and behavioral science expertise with a strong emphasis on innovative clinical practice and research. Our affiliation with UCSF not only enhances our ability to offer exceptional patient care but also nurtures an environment of learning and exploration in public psychiatry and psychology.

ZSFG is committed to addressing the diverse health needs of San Francisco's population through comprehensive care and active public health initiatives in collaboration with the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Together, we strive to reduce health disparities, enhance community wellness, and advocate for policies that promote health equity. Our research and educational efforts not only advance clinical practice but also play a pivotal role in shaping public health policy and improving outcomes for the communities we serve.

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) are embedded in the Division of Infant, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatry (ICAP), part of the Department of Psychiatry at ZSFG. ICAP aims to deliver quality, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed mental health services for youth aged birth to 24 and their families. ICAP embraces a comprehensive, coordinated approach to care that spans the developmental spectrum. Our programs encompass direct care and consultation services in ZSFG clinics, daycares, schools, and various community settings, alongside training and research initiatives.