BERT Clinician, Part-time at UCSF Health in Oakland, CA

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 is a part-time position scheduled for 30 hours per week, covering evening shifts Monday through Friday.

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.

Responsibilities

%of time	Essential Function (Yes/No)	Key Responsibilities(To be completed by Supervisor)**
45	YES	Conducts patient evaluations. Assesses suitability for inpatient / outpatient care and need for additional services including psychiatric intervention.
20	YES	Formulates and implements patient treatment plans. Conducts individual, family and group therapy / treatment. Provides patient / family education and support.
20	YES	Conducts individual and group treatment / activities for patients at the highest level of complexity of care. Supports coordination of care with family, clinicians and agencies.
5	YES	Supervises and / or coordinates activities of licensed clinicians, counselors and / or intervention specialists and / or externs in a program / unit. Provides clinical guidance and oversight.
5	YES	Participates in program development and administration. Oversees utilization of resources, quality of care, institutional and regulatory compliance.
3	YES	Serves on multi-disciplinary committees and represents program / unit internally and with community agencies. Leads / participates in community outreach / program implementation.
2	YES	Develops proposals and recommendations to guide and support new or innovative programs. May lead intervention teams.
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%.)**

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Req / Pref
Advanced skills providing individual, group and family cognitive behavioral therapy.	Req
In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession.	Req
Advanced knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.	Req
Advanced verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills.	Req
Advanced skills in collaborating with heath care providers in a multi-disciplinary setting.	Req
Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments.	Req

Education	Req / Pref
Master's degree in related area and 3+ yrs related work experience; and/or equivalent experience.	Required

About the Company

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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