Professor - Social Work jobs in Sacramento, CA

The Social Work Health Care Supervisor 2 provides a wide range of Clinical Social Services to all patients and providers at UC Davis Medical Center. The Social Work Health Care Supervisor 2 provides direct supervision and training to MSWs, LCSWs, graduate social work students and administrative personnel. The Social Work Health Care Supervisor 2 assists the Clinical Social Services Manager with the daily operations of the department, which provides services 365 days a year, 24 hours a day. The Social Work Health Care Supervisor 2 position is a 100% Supervising LCSW role within the Department of Clinical Social Services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Use Clinical Social Work process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care need
• Coordination of activities, e.g., collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, other departments, consulting with other LCSWs
• Monitors the quality of social work services being delivered by assigned LCSW staff
• Professional Development
• Social Work Research

Apply By Date

(March 28 at 11:59 pm); Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time

Minimum Qualifications

• A valid California Board of Behavioral Sciences License Clinical Social Worker license without restrictions
• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited School of Social Work
• Three years of clinical/direct service experience post-licensure within an acute care hospital setting
• At least two years of Supervisor experience in an acute hospital setting
• Demonstrated experience supervising program-level data collection as part of quality improvement or outcomes evaluation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: verbal, written and listening
• Ability to convey instructions, directions, and information appropriately and accurately
• Ability to work diplomatically with a wide variety of people. Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team and demonstrate respectful and collaborative communication is required
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict successfully and respectfully
• Ability to work independently, organize schedule to complete tasks on time, and complete documentation or other projects in a timely fashion is required
• Demonstrated ability to organize a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals and objectives, plan, and meet deadlines without compromising quality
• Ability to work independently with a minimal direction
• Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments, with decisions reviewed by the department manager if they represent departure from departmental goals
• Ability to direct the actions of others effectively to accomplish tasks and function
• Skills, knowledge, and ability to support the policies and procedures of the Department of Clinical Social Services and U.C. Davis Health System
• Ability coach, mentor, teach, and provide counseling to employees
• Ability to implement appropriate corrective and disciplinary actions
• Ability to implement policies, procedures and directives from management that may differ from personal conviction
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer software and electronic medical records
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
• Ability to organize a variety of concurrent activities, set realistic goals and objectives, plan, and meet deadlines without compromising quality
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice
• Knowledge of current trends in social work practice
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
• Knowledge and understanding of individual, child, and family development, human behavior and communication, the influence of culture and values in social work practice, psychotherapy, case management, and the relationship between social work practice and medicine
• Knowledge of child abuse, 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 professional ethics
• Ability to provide consultation, interpret clinical findings and diagnosis, make recommendations regarding treatment, care and disposition
• Knowledge of suicidal behavior, the ability to assess lethality, and the ability to develop appropriate safety plans with the patient and provide recommendations for follow-up care to the interdisciplinary team
• Knowledge of legal requirements and guidelines for providing psychiatric services including the appropriate use of the 5I50 application
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively use current DSM manual

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty social work certification from accredited or organization such as the NASW, ACMA, etc.
• 2 years of supervisor experience in a healthcare setting post licensure

Department Description

The mission of the Department of Clinical Social Services is to provide compassionate, comprehensive, high-quality Clinical Social Services to restore and enhance the biopsychosocial functioning of patients and their families. Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) support patients with conditions that span the entire health continuum. Clinical Social Services staff are on-site at UC Davis Medical Center 24 hours a day and seven days a week. LCSWs work collaboratively and in concert with physicians, nurses, utilization management, discharge planners and other allied health professionals. Clinical Social Services staff assist patients and their families by addressing and resolving social, financial, and psychological problems related to their health condition and facilitating patient movement through the health continuum.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $7,383.33 - 13,883.33
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 24
• Payroll Title: SOCIAL WORK HC SUPV 2
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Full-time
• Shift Hours: 08 hours
• Location: UCD Medical Center, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: No
• 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 Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• 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
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off begins at 24 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave
• Continuing Education (CE) Allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness program and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance is 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 here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Maintains a flexible work schedule as required by workload and departmental needs, including working weekends and holidays

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 Policy on Vaccination Programs, 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

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere #CA-ZM