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Job description
Clinical Social Worker - Per Diem - East Campus
Filing Deadline: Tue 8/18/2026
UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
Under general supervision, and in addition to performing the full range of operational level duties, responsible for administering social service programs or relevant work. Provides social work services consisting of discharge planning, continuing care services, and clinical social work services, including crisis intervention, mandated reporting, information and referral, and coordination of health and mental health services with community providers. The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for working on the Senior Behavioral Health Unit, Medical Floors and the Emergency Department depending on staffing needs.
The social worker is responsible for education and advocacy of patients, families and/or significant others. Participates in related department functions, such as community and program education. Performs all other duties as assigned.
While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master's degree in social work from an accredited school.
At least two (2) years of post-MSW experience.
Must possess the knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Must have proven independent thinking, decision making, problem-solving and prioritizing skills.
Excellent skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients, and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Bilingual in both English and Spanish.
Epic experience.
2 years of post-graduate clinical experience.
2 years experience working with varied levels of population.
1 year experience working in a hospital acute care setting.
Experience working with high levels of social determinants patient populations, polysubstance abuse/dependence patient populations, unsheltered, and medical social work.
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.
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Annual Full Pay Range: $120,666 - $120,666 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $57.79 - $57.79
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).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!
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san diego, CA, 92189, US
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