Licensed Clinical Social Worker

University of California - Davis; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 74,390 - 97,809; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and Vision coverage

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education allowance

Retirement plans

Job summary

University of California, Davis seeks a licensed clinical social worker to provide evaluations, counseling, medication monitoring under a psychiatrist, and case management for incarcerated individuals in Sacramento.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation, and compliance with legal and security requirements, with varied shifts and on-site duties in the jails. A strong background in trauma-informed practice is preferred.

Qualifications

• California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in good standing.
• California Board of Behavioral Sciences license clinical social worker license without restrictions.
• Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work.
• Clinical work experience in a social service or healthcare setting, including case management.
• Experience in psychosocial history, suicide assessments, and forensic designations.
• Ability to pass and maintain the Sacramento Sheriff Department's Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• 85% - Clinical services and documentation.
• 10% - Consultation with treatment teams.
• 5% - Training, education and research activities.

Skills

LCSW

California License

Case Management

Clinical Social Work

Crisis Intervention

Documentation

Forensic Knowledge

Education

MSW

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

The role of this position is to provide clinical social work evaluations, counseling, monitoring of medication side effects under the direction of a Psychiatrist, case management, and the implementation of W & I 5150. Also included are pre-release planning, crisis intervention, and the maintenance of an ongoing caseload, documentation, triage, consultation, training, education and referral.

Apply By Date: August 8, 2026 at 11:59pm PST. Selection activities may start at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Valid California Board of Behavioral Sciences License Clinical Social Worker license without restrictions
• Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work
• Clinical work experience in a social service or healthcare setting (e.g., case management or social worker)
• Experience in taking psychosocial history and case management evaluations, including interview techniques, suicide assessments, and forensic designations
• Ability to pass and maintain the Sacramento Sheriff Department's Security Clearance
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends, as scheduled and assigned
• Must be in good physical health, hear and speak well. Willingness to work under an institutional "No Hostage Policy"
• Ability to work in a highly stressful jail custody setting, with incarcerated inmates which may present hazardous conditions, including working in a potentially crowded, malodorous, and noisy environment, of a highly restrictive and confining nature
• Ability to make appropriate interventions based on law and policy
• Knowledge of child, elder abuse, and domestic violence reporting requirements, and other significant legislation and laws regulating social work practice (e.g., Tarasoff, patient confidentiality)
• Basic understanding of computer and MS functionality
• Demonstrated awareness of, and sensitivity to, dealings with cultural and socioeconomic diversity
• Basic understanding of community resources
• Knowledge and skills in the areas of individual, group, and family therapy
• Proven ability to manage conflict

Preferred Qualifications

• Social Work experience in a jail or correctional setting highly preferred
• Knowledge of criminal justice system, state hospital system, forensic mental health networks, Probation, Parole, and Department of Corrections highly preferred

Key Responsibilities

• 85% - Clinical Services and Documentation
• 10% - Consultation
• 5% - Training, Education & Research

Department Overview

Adult Correctional Mental Health (ACMH) is a satellite contract program of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. The program provides mental health services to incarcerated individuals inside the two Sacramento County jails located in downtown Sacramento and in Elk Grove and Jail Based Competency Treatment (JBCT) and Early Access and Stabilization Services (EASS) to inmates found incompetent to stand trial. The JBCT and EASS programs serve inmates charged with felony crimes and deemed incompetent to stand trial by the court (PC 1370).

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $53.85 - $71.07 (contingent upon the contract with Sacramento County, Adult Correctional Health; the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Sciences will continue to provide an 8% correctional site stipend on an ongoing basis)
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 145
• UC Job Title: CLIN LIC SOCIAL WORKER
• UC Job Code: 009306
• Number of Positions: 2
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): 10 hour days shift 07:00-17:30; 10 hour swing shift 14:30-01:00; 12 hour night shifts 18:00-06:30
• Location: Sacramento County Main Jail and/or Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

• High quality and low‑cost medical plans to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On‑site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans

Physical Demands

• Standing – occasional up to 3 hours
• Walking – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Sitting – continuous 6 to 8+ hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs – occasional up to 3 hours
• Bending/Stooping – occasional up to 3 hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) – occasional up to 3 hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes – occasional up to 3 hours
• Loud noise levels – occasional up to 3 hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature – occasional up to 3 hours
• Microwave/Radiation – occasional up to 3 hours
• Extreme Temperatures – occasional up to 3 hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations – occasional up to 3 hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration – continuous 6 to 8+ hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Communication skills – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Numerical skills – occasional up to 3 hours
• Constant Interaction – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Customer/Patient Contact – frequent 3 to 6 hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks – occasional up to 3 hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Work is performed with many interruptions during the day. Must be able to work effectively within a stressful, hazardous environment with rapidly changing priorities and deadlines. Willingness to work under an institutional "No Hostage Policy". Must be able to pass and maintain the Sacramento Sheriff Department's Security Clearance. Ability to work in a highly stressful jail custody setting, with incarcerated inmates which may present hazardous conditions, including working in a potentially crowded, malodorous, and noisy environment, of a highly restrictive and confining nature. Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends, as scheduled and assigned.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.