(LCSW) Clinical Social Worker III - ACHD Job at UC San Diego, San Diego, CA

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  • UC San Diego
  • San Diego, CA

Job Description

Extended Deadline: Wed 4/16/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 12/18/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 12/30/24 Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) program at UC San Diego Health is the only program south of Los Angeles that is accredited by the Adult Congenital Heart Association (ACHA). The ACHD social worker is responsible for the evaluation and ongoing psychosocial assessments of congenital heart disease patients in both the outpatient clinic and hospital settings. Individuals in this role are encouraged to be innovative and discuss/share their ideas and plans for psychosocial well-being in adults with CHD with the ACHD team. Transition planning for patients moving from the pediatric setting to adult care is an integral role of the social worker.

This position includes crisis intervention, mandated reporting, and coordination of referrals to health, mental health, and community resources/services/providers. The social worker is responsible for education and advocacy of patients, families and/or significant others. The position has the joint support and supervision of the Manager for Cardiovascular Operations and the Transplant Social Work Supervisor

The ACHD social worker facilitates patient and caregiver support groups and participates in various committees (including the patient and family advisory council). This individual is highly collaborative; partnering with multidisciplinary staff from other departments and programs both within the UCSD system and in the community. The candidate is provided opportunities (and encouraged to participate) in education, research and presentations at local, national, and international level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • A Master's Degree from an accredited school of social work and possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure as a clinical social worker as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - issued by the state of California.

  • Three (3) years of post-MSW experience and be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). With at least one year of experience being in a health care setting (hospital and/or outpatient clinic)

  • Must possess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

  • Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

  • Proven independent thinking, decision making, problem-solving and prioritization skills.

  • Excellent skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients, and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience conducting individual and group therapy sessions for mental health evaluation and promotion.
  • Bilingual in both English and Spanish.
  • Prior experience working with both pediatric and adult patients and their families.
  • Experience working in an ambulatory clinic.
  • Experience with care coordination.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
  • Able to travel to any UCSD or affiliate clinic/hospital location.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $95,626 - $125,990 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $45.80 - $60.34

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

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.

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

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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