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Clinical Social Worker - Care Coordination

UCSF Health
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
Care Coordination

Full Time

87282BR

Job Summary

Involves crisis intervention, psychosocial patient assessments and interventions, mandated reporting, information and referral, discharge planning, and coordination of health and mental health services with community providers. Works in concert with physicians, nurses, utilization management, discharge planners, and other allied health professionals; may be member of a structured case management team. Assists patients and their families with addressing and resolving the social, financial, and psychological problems related to their health condition and facilitates the patient's movement through the health continuum.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $42.86 - $56.47 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The social worker works as part as a dyad with the RNCC and MD to help with discharge planning for all inpatient units (med surg, tele, ICU) and the emergency department. They usually carry a census of 20-30 patients.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED FOR CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER II

  • This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
  • Master’s degree from a CSWE accredited school of Social Work.
  • A minimum of three years' experience in a supporting individual with complex health conditions.
  • Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
  • Demonstrated clinical experience utilizing skills in individual, family and group interventions.
  • Knowledge of issues of access to health care and disability benefits.
  • Demonstrates resourcefulness, effective written and oral communication, diplomacy, organizational
  • and analytic skills.
  • Self-directed, assertive and creative in problem solving, systems planning and patient care
  • management in a high volume and complex work environment.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
  • ASW

REQUIRED FOR CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER III

  • All items from Clinical Social Worker II Requirements, as well as items below
  • Licensed in Clinical Social Work in the state of California/Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  • The CSW III has advanced clinical knowledge and skills and is distinguished from the CSW II by
  • leadership activities including participation in advanced program planning, provision of educational
  • programs, clinical supervision, consultation to the clinical team, other departments, and the
  • community.
  • Active LCSW License

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of community resources critical to supporting patients, their caregivers and families
  • Preferably worked with vulnerable populations.
  • Therapeutic presence (i.e.: reflective listening, conveyance of empathy), experience carrying out mental health crisis management, and in explaining complicated systematic and interpersonal concepts in Spanish, Cantonese, or Russian
  • Applicants with a clear knowledge of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color cultural groups; including their strengths, needs, and communities

License/Certification

  • ASW (REQUIRED FOR CSW II)
  • LCSW (REQUIRED FOR CSW III)

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

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 our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, 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 at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009314 CLIN SOCIAL WORKER 2

Job Category

Social Work and Psychology

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Stanyan (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days, Weekends, Variable

Shift Length

10 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday

Salary : $43 - $56

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