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Social Work Associate

University of California - San Francisco

34.84-45.32

United States, California, San Francisco

1263 Mission Street (Show on map)

Jul 09, 2026

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor of the Citywide Flexible Housing Pool (FHP) Team, the Social Work Associate (SWA) works with high risk mentally ill and/or substance abusing clients living in scattered site housing to prevent homelessness and link them to appropriate outpatient services. Through community outreach, the SWA assists with providing individual intensive clinical case management, housing navigation services, housing stabilization services, advocacy, counseling, crisis intervention, 5150 assessment, linkage to substance abuse treatment, psycho education; intake, assessment, and individualized service planning to their caseload. The SWA coordinates closely with housing providers, our core partners, Brilliant Corners, as well as FHP Team members and other outside providers, to develop successful treatment strategies; treatment advocacy and coordination with other agencies and natural supports. The SWA tracks client contacts, treatment plans, assessments, evictions and makes appropriate referrals. The SWA maintains client records according to California, City and County requirements; and participate in an interdisciplinary treatment team. Candidate attends weekly staff meetings and participate in all required training sessions. Plus, other duties as assigned. Candidate demonstrates a commitment to anti-racism, social justice and the ability to engage and respect a diverse community of clients and peers.

The job will involve the ability to lift 50 lbs, walking and climb stairs.

Department Description:

The Citywide team provides case management support to formerly homeless clients entering "scattered site housing", a newer type of permanent supportive housing for San Francisco, in smaller buildings than typical PSH/SRO and located in neighborhoods throughout the city of San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities

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% of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor)
75%	Yes	Service Provision Under the guidance of a supervisor, provides ongoing mental health services, including supportive counseling, housing navigation services, clinical case management, and intensive outreach and engagement to a caseload of severely mentally ill adults who are high users of psychiatric mental health services, often with concurrent substance abuse and/or health problems; help client stabilize, maintain housing and link to longer-term ongoing mental health, substance abuse, medical services and other programs.
15%	Yes	Service Planning, Consultation and Liaison Treatment advocacy and coordination with other agencies, families and clients. Performs assessments with supervisor review, facilitates linkage to ongoing care as needed.
10%	Yes	Record Keeping and Administration Maintains client's records according to California, City and County requirements. Records data in client's charts. Meets program productivity standards. Assists in processing quality improvement requests. Completes billing and other documentation of services in a timely fashion. Attends staff and clinical team meetings, and participates in training sessions (e.g., In services, grand rounds). Identifies program problems and makes recommendations to supervisory and administrative staff.
100%		(To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.)

Minimum Requirements:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education, and one year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience if a bachelor's degree is not possessed; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
One year working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations
The ability to do outreach, including to SRO hotels, inpatient hospitals and scattered site housing locations.
One year Case Management experience
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others. Ability to work in a high stress, high volume area and work well under pressure and with deadlines. Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately,and be detailed oriented. Able to efficiently prepare written summaries of activities, set priorities and complete reports within required timeframes. Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to social justice & anti-racism
Able to work as a team member in a culturally diverse setting
Able to lift 50lbs and climb stairs
Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability
A preliminary job offer and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance
An understanding of mental health issues and sensitivity toward mental health clients
Ability to work with clients and program staff from diverse cultural and social class backgrounds

Preferred:

Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary team to support clients
Spanish language fluency adequate to provide therapy and clinical services to clients in this language
Experience with Epic electronic health records and billing system
Prior related experience in the homelessness response system of SF
Demonstrated understanding of Harm Reduction, The Recovery Model and Housing First Model

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 here.

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.

Salary Information

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.

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

Minimum Requirements:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education, and one year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience if a bachelor's degree is not possessed; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
One year working with severely mentally ill adults, the homeless and dual diagnosed populations
The ability to do outreach, including to SRO hotels, inpatient hospitals and scattered site housing locations.
One year Case Management experience
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others. Ability to work in a high stress, high volume area and work well under pressure and with deadlines. Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately,and be detailed oriented. Able to efficiently prepare written summaries of activities, set priorities and complete reports within required timeframes. Knowledge of medical and/or psychiatric terminology
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to social justice & anti-racism
Able to work as a team member in a culturally diverse setting
Able to lift 50lbs and climb stairs
Demonstrated excellent attendance and reliability
A preliminary job offer and assignment may be extended pending successful background clearance
An understanding of mental health issues and sensitivity toward mental health clients
Ability to work with clients and program staff from diverse cultural and social class backgrounds

Preferred:

Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary team to support clients
Spanish language fluency adequate to provide therapy and clinical services to clients in this language
Experience with Epic electronic health records and billing system
Prior related experience in the homelessness response system of SF
Demonstrated understanding of Harm Reduction, The Recovery Model and Housing First Model