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Lead Therapist - Addiction Psychiatry - 132075

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers
United States, California, San Diego
Oct 14, 2024
UC San Diego current employees who apply by 9/16/24 will have priority consideration for this position. Recruiters will refer qualified internal candidates after the first 7 days of the job posting. All qualified external applicants and additional internal applicants who apply after the priority date may have further consideration pending the results of the initial review. UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/11/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor. Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 9/23/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance. DESCRIPTION Under general supervision of the Manager of Outpatient Psychiatry Services La Jolla, the Lead Therapist - Addiction Psychiatry provides all aspects of psychosocial mental and behavioral health services including primarily brief short-term individual and group therapy, diagnostic evaluations, assessments, treatment planning, care coordination, and case management. The therapist will work closely with clinical and administrative leadership to improve access to care and foster collaboration across UCSD Health psychiatry settings and programs, including Inpatient Psychiatry. The lead therapists will also be responsible for overseeing case management procedures and coordination to best connect patients to psycho-social and community resources. The Lead Therapist will serve as a liaison with other departments and participate in a multidisciplinary treatment team. UCSD Department of Psychiatry is one of the most innovative and productive academic departments in the country, offering challenging career opportunities in the diverse areas of advanced educational programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art clinical services. The department is committed to offering a dynamic learning environment and growing opportunities to its talented and dedicated employees. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in a related mental health area. A valid California license as a mental health provider (LMFT, LCSW or LPCC) in good standing. A minimum of two (2) years post MSW experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bi-lingual in Spanish. SPECIAL CONDITIONS Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).