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Behavioral Health Counselor I

University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
United States, California, San Francisco
Feb 26, 2026

Behavioral Health Counselor I

RALLEY FAMILY VISITATION PROG

Per Diem

88169BR

Job Summary


Involves services such as individual and group counseling and psychotherapy, crisis intervention, clinical consultation, outreach and programming. Provides services for a range of conditions including academic or job stress, parent-child problems, substance abuse, anxiety, trauma recovery, depression or social phobia. Services may be provided by a combination of licensed clinicians, as well as counselors and crisis intervention specialists.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications


  • Acquiring knowledge associated with professional visitation service provision, methods, procedures, and standards.
  • Knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession.
  • Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A minimum of 1 year of professional work experience in human services or related field (years of education in a social work related field beyond High School will be considered).
  • Knowledge of and experience with trauma-informed practices
  • Experience working with children and/or families from diverse backgrounds;
  • Demonstrable and excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal) in English.
  • Aptitude for conflict de-escalation, limit setting, and conflict resolution
  • Ability to identify when to escalate situations and issues to supervisors and/or senior providers
  • General PC knowledge and administrative skills
  • Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology or related field or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications


  • Professional Provider of supervised visitation per California Judicial Standards 5.20 and Family Code Section 3200.
  • Fluency in a second language preferred, particularly Bilingual/Bicultural Spanish or Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin).
  • Experience (1+ years) working directly with families experiencing obstacles or in conflict, primarily domestic violence.
  • Strong knowledge of child development, child abuse prevention, and child exposure to domestic violence.
  • Experience (1+ years) with case management or human service delivery in a social work setting.
  • Demonstrable administrative skills including database management, typing, and advanced computer literacy.
  • Ability to work rrgularly scheduled shift(s) at a minimum of two Rally's sites (currently San Francisco, San Rafael, and San Mateo)

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

004457 BEH HEALTH COUNSELOR 1 HX

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

20%

Appointment End Date

30-Jun-2028

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Hyde (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Weekends, Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

One weekend day minimum

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