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Clinical Social Worker I/II IOP

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Job Description

Under the supervision of the Behavioral Health Supervisor of the Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and the at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital Division of Infant, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (ICAP) this position, held by a Clinical Social Worker, will provide direct care ensuring high quality evidence-based care, adherence to best practices and compliance with regulatory standards in adolescent mental health intensive treatment. Clinical duties involve crisis intervention, psychosocial patient assessments and interventions, mandated reporting, information and referral, non medical discharge planning, and coordination of health and mental health services with community providers.

Works in concert with licensed clinicians, counselors, physicians, nurses, utilization management, discharge planners, and other allied health professionals.

Assists adolescent patients and their families with addressing social, vocational, and behavioral problems related to their adolescent’s mental health condition and facilitates the adolescent patient’s movement through the health continuum.

Promotes shared decision-making at all levels to ensure a shared voice in practices, exchange of ideas, enhanced communication, and continually improved patient services.

The IOP maintains a contract with San Department of Public Health Behavioral Health Services (BHS) and all clients are on Medi-Cal insurance and from culturally diverse backgrounds. This position is 100% on-site. As an employee of UCSF and contractor with the City of San Francisco, this position is an essential worker and will continue to support and provide direct service during a natural disaster and or pandemic.

Department Description

UCSF Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG), a Level 1 Trauma Center, stands as a pillar of healthcare excellence, distinguished by its unwavering commitment to high-quality clinical services, research, education, advocacy, and public service.

As a public hospital, ZSFG is dedicated to serving the city's most economically vulnerable populations. Our clinical services are intricately linked with the San Francisco Department of Public Health's Community Behavioral Health System, providing essential care to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.

As a vital component of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), ZSFG merges world-class medical and behavioral science expertise with a strong emphasis on innovative clinical practice and research. Our affiliation with UCSF not only enhances our ability to offer exceptional patient care but also nurtures an environment of learning and exploration in public psychiatry and psychology.

ZSFG is committed to addressing the diverse health needs of San Francisco's population through comprehensive care and active public health initiatives in collaboration with the San Francisco Department of Public Health.

Together, we strive to reduce health disparities, enhance community wellness, and advocate for policies that promote health equity. Our research and educational efforts not only advance clinical practice but also play a pivotal role in shaping public health policy and improving outcomes for the communities we serve.

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) are embedded in the Division of Infant, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatry (ICAP), part of the Department of Psychiatry at ZSFG.

ICAP aims to deliver quality, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed mental health services for youth aged birth to 24 and their families. ICAP embraces a comprehensive, coordinated approach to care that spans the developmental spectrum.

Our programs encompass direct care and consultation services in ZSFG clinics, daycares, schools, and various community settings, alongside training and research initiatives.

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.

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Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Social Worker provides direct evidence-based mental health care, including crisis intervention and psychosocial assessments, for adolescents in an intensive outpatient setting. They coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team and facilitate patient movement through the health continuum while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in social work, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or a related field. Proficiency in evidence-based practices for adolescents and strong interpersonal skills are required, with bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentEvidence-based practiceCase managementInterdisciplinary collaborationMedi-Cal documentationTrauma-informed careConflict resolutionEpic EHR

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Social Worker I/II IOP at UCSF a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Social Work — ranked against 6,205 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc.

Social Worker Career Context

In California, the Social Work weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (195 salary observations; 355 listings), vs ~$82k nationally (1,119 salary observations; 3,157 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 28% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks36 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Social Work listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,205 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in San Francisco

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.74M
Typical market rent
$4,682/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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