Licensed Clinical Social Worker

The primary role of the Advance Care Planning (ACP) LCSW is to provide advance care planning counseling and education to seriously ill adults within UC Davis Health System's ambulatory care clinics. The ACP LCSW is responsible for assisting patients and surrogates with completion of advance care planning documents (e.g., advance healthcare directive and POLST form), documenting patients' goals, values, and preferences in the electronic medical record, and coordinating communication about serious illness and advance care planning across settings within the health system.

The LCSW shall adhere to and promote the ethics and values of the social work profession, using the NASW Code of Ethics as a guide to ethical decision making. The LCSW will advocate for the patient's right to self-determination, confidentiality, access to supportive services and resources, and appropriate inclusion in decision making that affects their health and well-being. The LCSW will be an active participant of and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team by recognizing and offering services that address the biopsychosocial needs of the patient.

The LCSW position requires a high level of clinical judgement, problem-solving skills, creativity, organizational and priority-setting abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.The LCSW demonstrates the ability to fulfill these responsibilities through clinical assessment, accurate and sound judgement, and maintaining professional communication. The LCSW may be asked to participate in special projects and collect data to improve the quality of services delivered to our patients.

The LCSW must be flexible as changes in technology, healthcare coverage, regulatory requirements, and our patient population may mandate changes to workflow, work standards, and work practices on an as-needed basis.

Apply By Date 03/02/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Graduation from an accredited school of social work (MSW)
• 3 years clinical work experience in a social service or healthcare setting (i.e., social worker or case manager).
• Requires a high level of clinical judgement, problem solving skills, creativity, organizational and priority setting abilities, with excellent communication skill
• Skills to perform in-depth chart analysis to provide accurate information in a concise, informative manner.
• Knowledge of care/services provided in differing levels of care: Ambulatory and institutional settings.
• Knowledge of biopsychosocial and behavioral health treatment plans.
• Analytical skills to identify and obtain pertinent data from multiple sources, accord each piece of information the appropriate amount weight and consideration, and reach the appropriate logical conclusions/recommendations.
• Ability to work with all levels of staff, both inter- and intra-departmental to create a cooperative relationship and positive work environment.
• Must have solid psychosocial assessment skills
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload involving multiple tasks.
• Must be able to master detailed and complex information regarding benefits and coordination of care.
• Knowledge of chronic and acute disease and how it influences patient and family functioning.
• Skills to comprehend and assess patient's grievances to quickly locate appropriate resource for assistance.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of legal requirements and guidelines for providing psychiatric services, including mental status exams and 5150 applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced care planning discussions, palliative care or hospice preferred

Key Responsibilities

• 80% - CLINICAL SERVICE
• 15% - COMMUNICATION/COLLABORATION/TEAMWORK
• 5% - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Department Overview

The Advance Care Planning service provides psychosocial support and resources to patients at multiple primary care clinic locations throughout the greater Sacramento area. These centers offer the full range of patient-centered primary care for both adults and children, with an emphasis on wellness. Patients also have access to UC Davis Medical Center specialists in a range of medical specialties.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $50.28 - $66.36
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 145
• UC Job Title: LIC CLIN SOCIAL WORKER
• UC Job Code: 009306
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8a-5p
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center (HSP098)
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
• THIS IS NOT A H-1B OPPORTUNITY

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis 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, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

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

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