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Job Name
BERT Clinician, Per Diem
Department
7845500 - B E R T EPSDT
Position type
Per Diem
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
Oakland, CA, United States
Job ID
6427

Description & Requirements

Job Description

This clinician has autonomous professional responsibility for 5150 evaluations, emergency behavioral health assessments, level of care determination, and interventions with patients and families.  The incumbent makes recommendations to medical staff regarding the level of care determination of behavioral health and psychiatric patients. 

This position will primarily provide weekend and evening coverage, with some opportunities for weekday shifts.

This clinician will work collaboratively with medical and nursing staff and other behavioral health and psychiatric staff to assess and care for behavioral health and psychiatric patients and family members in Emergency Departments and other healthcare settings.  May function as a program manager or administrator of a psychiatric department or clinic. May lead in planning and coordinating the work of a multidisciplinary treatment staff. Assists with long-term planning; revises / implements new procedures; conducts training for professional and paraprofessional staff members; and provides psychotherapeutic treatment with emphasis on the most severely disturbed and high risk cases.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Req / Pref Advanced skills providing individual, group and family cognitive behavioral therapy. Req In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession. Req Advanced knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Req Advanced verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills. Req Advanced skills in collaborating with heath care providers in a multi-disciplinary setting. Req Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments. Req Advanced skills providing crisis intervention and de-escalation. Education Req / Pref Master's or doctoral degree in related area Required
License / Certification
Lic Clinical Social Worker, Licd Marriage_Family Therapist, Psychology, Counseling
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
CLIN LIC SOCIAL WORKER PD (009310)
Assignment Category
Per Diem
IAP Level
Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800)
Job Family
Care Coordination
Campus 1
Benioff Children's Hospital
Percentage (%)
20.00
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Variable
Bargaining Unit
HX
Additional Shift Details
Primarily weekends with some weekday opportunities
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