Substance Use Counselor

Psych-ZSFG-Adult-AHP

Full Time

81894BR

Job Summary

The Substance Use Counselor position is part of the Behavioral Health Services team at the 1930 Market Street Service Center and is responsible for providing substance use counseling services and case management to individuals and groups who have substance use disorders, potential co-occurring mental health disorders and/or are living with HIV/AIDS. This position is part of a larger multidisciplinary behavioral health services team that includes psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, therapists, substance use counselors, case managers and psychologists.

This position provides substance use counseling and case management services to individuals living with co-occurring diagnoses of substance use issues and severe mental illness, within a Harm Reduction philosophy. Motivational Interviewing, among other interventions, is utilized to help clients explore their relationship to their substance(s) of choice, address their ambivalent feelings about making changes to their use and creating client-centered, realistic and meaningful treatment plan goals for change. This position works under the clinical supervision of a certified substance use counselor and in conjunction with other teammates. This position will involve providing case management services consisting mainly of assisting clients with appropriate referrals, including for housing, vocational and other mental health services. The services provided will largely be funded under Drug Medi-Cal funding and follow Medi-Cal guidelines for treatment, documentation, etc.

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 $37.56 - $50.31 (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 Alliance Health Project (AHP) provides a wide range of mental health services to persons living with HIV/AIDS, as well as members of the LGBTQ community living with serious mental health challenges. AHP also provides publications and trainings for health care professionals and volunteers. Since AHP's founding in 1984, AHP has served thousands of clients, counselors and clinicians, justifying its reputation as one of the leading HIV and LGBTQ mental health agencies in San Francisco -- a reputation achieved by anticipating and addressing the challenges of the communities AHP serves.

Required Qualifications

* CSW I: Master's degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy or related Counseling field from an accredited school of Social Work, Counseling or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
* Experience working with persons with HIV/AIDS and with persons identifying as LGBTQ,
* A preliminary job offer and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance.
* CSW II: In addition to the above, possession of the requirements necessary for application for licensure as a LCSW/LMFT/LPCC as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.

Preferred Qualifications

* 1 year of professional experience providing substance use counseling services to Black/African American clients
* One year of experience in providing individual and group substance use counseling in licensed Substance Use Disorder programs.
* One year of experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
* One year of experience in facilitating groups with multiply diagnosed clients
* Bilingual in English and Spanish - written, reading, and oral proficiency.
* Bicultural, Experience working collaboratively with Spanish-speaking service providers
* Certified, and/or registered, as Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor (CATC) or other addiction-related certification/registration through the California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) or California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)
* Familiar with Avatar, ARIES and Mental Health and Drug Medi-Cal systems of care,
* Experience with documenting according to Medi-Cal standards in Avatar, both Mental Health and Drug Medi-Cal systems
* Understanding of psychosocial issues facing the LGBTQ and HIV-affected communities.
* Experience working within Harm Reduction treatment models, utilizing Motivational Interviewing interventions
* Familiarity with evidence-based substance use treatment modalities
* Sensitivity to working with cultural, ethnic, and racial issues.
* Understanding and experience working with severe mental illness.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated excellence in reliability and attendance.

License/Certification

CSW I: Within 12 months of employment, successful completion of SF Department of Public Health Involuntary Hold/5150 certification.

CSW II:
Within 12 months of employment, successful completion of SF Department of Public Health Involuntary Hold/5150 certification. Possession of the requirement necessary for application for licensure as a clinical social worker as determined by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners.

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 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

007890 CLIN SOCIAL WORKER 1 EX

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

Market Street (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm ; May work one night a week