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Behavioral Health Crisis and Consult Clinician

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
May 17, 2025

Behavioral Health Crisis and Consult Clinician

Behavioral Health & Code CARE

Full Time

84999BR

Job Summary

This clinician has autonomous professional responsibility for 5150 evaluations, emergency behavioral health assessments, level of care determination, and interventions with patients and families. The incumbent makes recommendations to medical staff regarding the level of care determination of behavioral health and psychiatric patients. This clinician will work collaboratively with medical and nursing staff and other behavioral health and psychiatric staff to assess and care for behavioral health and psychiatric patients and family members in Emergency Departments and other healthcare settings. May function as a program manager or administrator of a psychiatric department or clinic. May lead in planning and coordinating the work of a multidisciplinary treatment staff. Assists with long-term planning; revises / implements new procedures; conducts training for professional and paraprofessional staff members; and provides psychotherapeutic treatment with emphasis on the most severely disturbed and high-risk cases.

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

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

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

Behavioral health care services at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals emphasize a collaborative family centered approach and interface with all systems of care that serve children birth to 21. We are committed to delivering culturally accountable, evidence based, and trauma informed behavioral health care to the children in our community, including those with the highest risk and need, and those who are marginalized or underserved. Behavioral health care services aim to be the premier behavioral health care institution for children in northern California, with proficiency in clinical care, training, research and evaluation and policy.

Required Qualifications


  • Master's or doctoral degree in related area.
  • Licensed in behavioral health discipline.
  • Advanced skill providing individual, group and family cognitive behavioral therapy.
  • In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession.
  • Advanced knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
  • Advanced verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills.
  • Advanced skills in collaborating with heath care providers in a multi-disciplinary setting.
  • Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

License/Certification


  • Licensed in behavioral health discipline.

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 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

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

004464 BEH HEALTH PSYCHIATRIC PROFL 4 HX

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

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days, Evenings, Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday

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