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Clinical Social Worker

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Jul 18, 2025

Clinical Social Worker

Psych-Core-Rsch

Part Time

85504BR

Job Summary

This is a Limited Appointment at 40% The Child Trauma Research Program (CTRP) Clinical Social Worker is a full-time position within CTRP, a clinical research program at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of California, San Francisco. CTRP is nationally recognized for its leadership in developing effective, family-centered interventions for children aged birth through five who experience traumatic events. Our team of multi-cultural, multilingual staff is dedicated to helping young children and their families heal from trauma. We develop and evaluate effective treatment models, provide training across settings and disciplines, and offer direct service to children and their families. Since 2001, CTRP has been the lead program of the Early Trauma Treatment Network, a center of the federally- funded National Child Traumatic Stress Network. Five randomized trials support the efficacy of Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), our intervention for children aged 0-5 who have experienced at least one traumatic event (e.g. maltreatment, the sudden or traumatic death of someone close, a serious accident, sexual abuse, exposure to domestic violence). As a result, many organizations across the country and internationally are seeking training in CPP.

CTRP is funded to conduct clinical research and dissemination of training on Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and other related early childhood trauma-informed interventions. There are currently approximately 15 research protocols at CTRP approved by the Committee for Human Research at UCSF. Clinical provision and clinical administrative support is also critical for the functioning of CTRP.

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 $41.79 - $72.17 (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 UCSF Department of Psychiatry is among the nation's foremost resources in the field of child, adolescent and adult mental health. Psychiatry faculty members are recognized for their leadership roles in state-of-the-art, comprehensive and compassionate patient care, pioneering research, excellence in training the next generation of leaders, advancing public policy to advance mental health, and commitment to diversity.

Required Qualifications


  • Master's degree from an accredited school of social work, possession of a clinical social worker license issued by the California Board of Behavioral Science Examiners, and three years of post-master's experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position;
  • Knowledge of and experience with a range of interventions for children and adolescents exposed to emotional and physical trauma .
  • Completed CPP Implementation level training and on the CPP National Roster.
  • Experience training and/or supervising in CPP.
  • Experience with DSM-5 diagnoses and providing mental health assessment and treatment to children and youth
  • Experience working with populations that are culturally diverse in gender, sexual orientation, language, disabilities, race and ethnicity
  • Demonstrated excellent attendance, integrity. professionalism, reliability, and timeliness of paperwork duties.
  • Strong problem solving and conflict management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Expertise and knowledge of San Francisco County services and resources for children, youth and families and knowledge of coordinated care for the population served through CAS.
  • A preliminary job offer and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bilingual Spanish
* At least 10 yrs. experience in providing mental health consultation and/or direct clinical service in child serving settings

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 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.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009313 CLIN SOCIAL WORKER 3

Job Category

Social Work and Psychology

Bargaining Unit

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

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

40%

Appointment End Date

30-Sep-2026

Location

San Francisco, CA

Shift

Days

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday

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