The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides support to the Ambulatory Specialty Clinics including but not limited to PM&R, Orthopedics, and Spine Clinics.

The LCSW assists patients of all ages, and families/caregivers in coping with the social/emotional issues and practical arrangements related to the patient's illness, as well as promoting the delivery of effective, cost-efficient, quality patient care. The LCSW delivers age-appropriate social work care to patients and their caregivers per agency policy and procedure and state and federal regulations, serving as an integral member of the healthcare team providing assessments, coordination, treatment planning, information, and referral to community resources and other social work services to meet the complex needs of patients and families in the hospital and clinic settings.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Clinical Services
• Communication/Collaboration/Teamwork
• Professional Development/Teaching/Research Activities

Apply By Date

(May 5^th at 11:59 pm) Interviews and recruitment may occur at any time

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of an active and unrestricted CA Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW)
• Master's Degree from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Clinical work experience in a social service or healthcare setting (i.e., case management or social work)
• A demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team
• Skills, knowledge, and ability to perform psychosocial assessments on pediatric/adult/geriatric populations
• Knowledge of suicidal behavior, ability to assess lethality, and the ability to develop an appropriate treatment plan
• Knowledge and understanding of individual/child/family development, human behavior and communication, the influence of culture and values in social work practice, case management, and the relationship between social work practice and medicine
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, make independent judgments and have decisions be reviewed if they represent a significant departure from departmental goals
• Ability to organize a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals/objectives, plan, and meet deadlines without compromising quality
• Knowledge of community resources
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it influences individual and family functioning
• A demonstrated awareness of, and sensitivity to, dealings with cultural and socioeconomic diversity
• Basic understanding of computer and EMR functionality
• Knowledge of child, elder abuse, and domestic violence reporting requirements, and other significant legislation and laws regulating social work practice, e.g., Tarasoff, patient confidentiality, etc.
• Ability to make appropriate interventions based on law and policy
• Good verbal and written communication skills; be able to hear and understand sufficiently via the telephone; and ability to see sufficiently to obtain information from paper and computer sources

Preferred Qualifications

• A valid driver's license as the position requires the use of a personal vehicle in work-related activities and in-person meetings approximately 1x per quarter
• Behavioral Health experience
• Evidence-based therapies experience

Department Description

Ambulatory Care works to implement UCDH's vision by engaging our patients and community using the power of teams to provide compassionate, collaborative, and equitable care across the continuum through results-driven care management, actionable data, and evidence-based practice. Our department services comprise of 16 Primary Care Clinics and 44 Specialty Clinics that together encompass Ambulatory Operations.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $48.82 - 64.43
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 145
• Payroll Title: CLIN LIC SOCIAL WORKER
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Full-time
• Shift Hours: 08 hours
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: Yes- HX - Residual Health Care Prof
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy and our

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• High-quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance as well as (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This position requires the use of a personal vehicle in work-related activities (i.e., for travel to in-person meetings, traveling between clinic locations, etc.)
• This position performs duties at assigned work locations and shifts, with occasional overtime and/or flexed schedule as needed to accommodate emergencies
• Working locations include but are not limited to the Ambulatory Care Center
• Work is performed with many interruptions during the day
• Must be able to work effectively within a stressful environment with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines
• Must be able to maintain department attendance standards

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks, and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

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