Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Adult PHP)- Limited Appointment

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Los Angeles
Jan 06, 2026
Description Our UCLA Health Neuropsychiatric Hospital is seeking to hire a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to help support our Adult PHP Program. This specialized program provides comprehensive, high-level mental health care to adults experiencing severe mental illness.Our multidisciplinary team delivers care through group therapy, individual psychotherapy, and psychiatric medication evaluation in a supportive, evidence-based setting. As a LCSW you will: Formulate individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive patient assessments Provide individual and/or group psychotherapy Document and enter patient information accurately and timely into medical record Evaluate patient needs and refer to additional or alternative levels of care as appropriate Develop and implement social work interventions aligned with treatment goals Discuss charge plans and ongoing treatment recommendations with patients and the care team Identify collateral contacts and gather relevant information from external sources Facilitate meetings with patients' support system Please note: this is a 7 month limited appointment that may convert to career Salary range: $54.54/hr - $65.18/hr Qualifications Master's Degree in Social Work Current valid California licensure as a LCSW Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and DSM diagnostic criteria Experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting Strong ability to build rapport with patients and families Demonstrated ability to complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn and use UCLA CareConnect software Excellent organizational, self-management, and time-management skills Strong oral and written communication skills