MSW Social Worker - Behavioral Health Clinician

Universal Health Services; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a Social Worker (MSW) at River Vista Behavioral Health, a new 128-bed facility in the Central Valley. The social services team conducts biopsychosocial assessments, creates individualized treatment plans, and coordinates discharge planning including housing referrals when appropriate.

The role emphasizes group therapies, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families, patients, and community resources to support emotional health and safe transitions.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or related discipline.
• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
• Experience in psychiatric health care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform biopsychosocial assessments for patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning and housing referrals when appropriate.
• Provide therapeutic group-based interventions and crisis interventions.
• Support patient rights and confidentiality.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Communication

Professional boundaries

Team collaboration

Education

MSW or MFT degree

California BBS registration

Job description

Universal Health Services seeks a Social Worker (MSW) at River Vista Behavioral Health, a new 128-bed facility in the Central Valley. The social services team conducts biopsychosocial assessments, creates individualized treatment plans, and coordinates discharge planning including housing referrals when appropriate.

The role emphasizes group therapies, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families, patients, and community resources to support emotional health and safe transitions.