Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Job Summary

The LCSW’s primary responsibilities consist of providing a full range of evidence-based social work services that are patient-centered and guided by the patient’s diagnostic condition(s), cognitive, psychological, and emotional functioning, communication and learning capabilities, physical abilities, support system, living environment, and social determinants of health. The LCSW shall maintain the highest level of confidentiality when dealing with patient records and personal information.

The LCSW may be asked to participate in special projects and collect data to improve the quality of services delivered to patients. The LCSW will participate in peer review and individual supervision. The supervisor and manager have total responsibility for work assigned, work schedules, performance evaluations, corrective action, promotion, and dismissal.

Social work services include but are not limited to, the following:

• Biopsychosocial assessments
• Crisis interventions
• Psychiatric diagnostic evaluations informed by the current DSM
• Suicide risk and safety planning
• Supportive counseling & grief counseling
• Abuse/neglect-mandated reporting
• Supporting victims of violence and/or human trafficking
• Symptom reduction & harm reduction
• Identification of unknown patients & locating next of kin
• Education and support to patients and families around issues related to adaptation to the patient's diagnosis, illness, treatment, and/or life situation
• Facilitating linkage to vital community-based resources for patients and families who are experiencing significant emotional, social, environmental, or financial stress due to hospitalization, acute, chronic, or terminal illness, and/or who need help in meeting their continuing care needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited School of Social Work
• Experience working in an acute medical hospital, mental health setting and/or health care clinic
• Must maintain a valid LCSW licensure with the California Board of Behavioral Science
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Commitment to excellence in patient care
• Excellent skills in written and verbal communication
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
• Ability to organize a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals and objectives, and plan and meet deadlines
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional, and productive manner
• Ability to successfully manage conflict and possess strong advocacy skills
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
• Knowledge and understanding of individual, child, and family development, human behavior and communication
• Knowledge of child abuse, elder abuse, and domestic violence reporting requirements
• Ability to make appropriate interventions based on law and professional ethics
• Ability to provide consultation, interpret clinical findings and diagnosis, and make recommendations regarding treatment
• Experience within an acute medical hospital, mental health setting, and/or health care clinic
• Ability to use clinical supervision to enhance professional growth
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Skills, knowledge, and ability to complete psychiatric and psychosocial assessments
• Knowledge of suicidal behavior, the ability to assess lethality, and the ability to develop appropriate safety plans
• Knowledge of legal requirements and guidelines for providing psychiatric services
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use the current DSM manual

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Social work certification from accredited organizations

Key Responsibilities:

• 70% - Clinical Social Work Process and Practice
• 30% - Teamwork, Professional Development, Quality Improvement and Research

Department Overview:

The mission of the Department of Clinical Social Services is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, high-quality Clinical Social Services to restore and/or enhance the biopsychosocial functioning of patients and their families. Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) support patients with conditions that span the entire health continuum.

Position Information:

• Salary or Pay Range: $50.28 - $66.36
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• UC Job Title: CLIN LIC SOCIAL WORKER
• Number of Positions: 2
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Full-time
• Shift Hours: Day shift, Monday - Friday with rotating weekends and holidays
• Location: UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Benefits:

• High-quality and low-cost medical plans
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums
• Extensive leave benefits
• Paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time
• Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses
• WorkLife and Wellness programs
• On-site Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental insurance offered
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and Retirement Saving Plans

Physical Demands:

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Climbing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands:

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands:

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment:

• Day shift on-site position
• Availability for day shift with variable hours is required
• Employees are expected to comply with established policies and procedures

Special Requirements:

• This position is critical and employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background check(s)
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA

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