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About the Role

Under general supervision, positions in class 2940 Protective Services Worker within the Office of the Public Conservator in the Department of Aging and Adult Services provide a broad range of clinical/advocacy services to temporary/permanent conservatees and collateral contact with a multidisciplinary team. The target population includes individuals who are gravely disabled due to chronic mental illness and/or alcoholism, and those involved with the Criminal Justice System. Travel is required to meet the needs of conservatees.

Responsibilities

Conducts investigations to determine eligibility for psychiatric care and services.
Conducts regular in-person visits in various settings including jail, state hospital, inpatient acute psychiatric units, locked psychiatric treatment centers, skilled nursing facilities, and community settings.
Conducts crisis interventions during and after business hours.
Completes time-sensitive court reports and provides expert testimony to the Superior Court.
Evaluates and approves psychiatric treatment and medications in clients' care plans.
Continually assesses the appropriateness of placements and the least restrictive level of care.
Completes various applications and forms related to placement, legal, financial, and medical issues.
Utilizes productivity tools such as Microsoft Office Suite for work duties.
Documents cases in a clinically significant and timely manner using applicable digital case management systems.
Works collaboratively with other city departments, including Public Health, Police, Jail, and City Attorney’s Office.
Manages an independent caseload and assigned mental health (LPS) conservatorship investigations.
Interacts with Mental Health Court, Public Defender, District Attorney, Department of Public Health, hospitals, jails, and community agencies.
Makes assessments and recommendations for levels of care and advocates for these recommendations.

Requirements

Possession of a master’s degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE); OR a Master’s Degree from a two-year (2) counseling program from an accredited college or university.
Satisfactory completion of two semesters of graduate field placement involving direct services to elders, dependent adults, or adults with disabilities; OR Six (6) months post-baccalaureate professional work experience providing direct services to elders, dependents, or adults.
Possession of a valid California class C driver’s license and clear Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Possession of a valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license OR Current proof of registration as an Associate Social Worker (ASW) intern OR Possession of a valid Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) license OR Current proof of registration as a valid Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (MFTI) OR Possession of a valid Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) license OR Current proof of registration as a Professional Clinical Counselor Intern (PCCI) issued by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences(BBS).
Basic computer skills are required for electronic charting, emailing, and using Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

Clinical/advocacy services
Interviews
Information gathering
Crisis intervention
Court reporting
Expert testimony
Treatment evaluation
Placement assessment
Application completion
Case management
Collaboration
Communication
Electronic charting
Emailing

Location

San Francisco

Work Type

Permanent Civil Service
Full-time

Experience Level

6 months post-baccalaureate professional work experience

Education Level

Master's degree in Social Work
Master's Degree in counseling

Salary/Compensations

$115,362.00 to $147,212.00 Yearly

Benefits

Employee Benefits Overview

About the Company

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change.
The San Francisco Human Services Agency believes in a San Francisco where everyone has the opportunity and support to achieve their full potential.
The agency is comprised of the Department of Benefits and Family Support, and the Department of Disability and Aging Services, and is united by a commitment to deliver essential services that support and protect people, families, and communities.
Services include financial, nutritional and employment support, child and adult protective services, health care coverage, affordable childcare, and in-home services for older adults and persons with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.
Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Our Commitment to Racial Equity: As we work towards our vision of an inclusive San Francisco, we embrace our responsibility to root out systemic racism by creating services and a workforce which reflect the lived experiences and strengths of the people we serve.
We are committed to fostering a work environment where our differences are celebrated and everyone has what they need to thrive--no matter their race, age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or country of origin.