Social Worker (UCP)

Position Summary

Provides full case management and counsels individuals, groups and/or family regarding psychological or emotional problems, develops and implements therapeutic treatment plan in various settings in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards of practice, and conducts assessments and/or screens relevant to the population being served or program.

Essential Duties

· Acquires, maintains, teaches and demonstrates knowledge of Prevention of Sexual Abuse (PSA) and Sexual Harassment standards at care provider facilities, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care and maintains a professional environment that is consistent with Title 22, licensing regulations, and established agency policies. · Participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning. · Provides support, training, to the Resource Family, working in collaboration with various members of the treatment team · Conduct Pre-Service and on-going trainings to Resource Families as indicated. · Develops a comprehensive psychosocial assessment. · Conducts assessments and screens as required. · Provides crisis intervention consultation to all members of the team. · Assists in maintaining client. · Provides timely and accurate documentation as required by payment source. · Transports clients to appointments and activities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

MA, MS, MSW, PsyD or PhD in a related field of human services from an accredited school. Proficiency in threshold language is required of positions primarily assigned to mono-lingual clients. (Some contracts may allow waiver of advanced degree, with a minimum BA/BA and two or more years of directly relevant experience.)

Additional Requirements

Must be license-eligible or a registered intern and must have a minimum of one semester of relevant practicum, working with adolescents or families. · Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance. · Must be able to complete and maintain required certifications and training including, but not limited to, First Aid/CPR, PRIDE, and as applicable to program.