Clinical Psychologist – County Adult Assistance Program (CAAP)- San Francisco Human Services Agency (2574) – (150306)

Company Description

EXTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY 

This announcement has been extended to reflect changes with the Job Announcement deadline. Applicants who already applied under Recruitment TPV-2574-150306 during the filing period September 4, 2024 to December 3, 2024 need not reapply and will be included in the applicant pool.

12/4/24: Extended application deadline to continuous; the application filing will be open continuously and may close at any time. 

Exam Type: Temporary Provisional (TPV)

Fill Type: Temporary provisional (TPV) appointee must participate and be successful in a Civil Service Examination process for this classification and be selected through an open competitive process in order to be considered for a permanent appointment. Provisional appointments may not exceed three (3) years. Per CSC Rule 114, Article I, Sec. 114.5.10. 

• Compensation: $124,618.00 – $151,398.00 Yearly; https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=2574
• List ID: TPV-2574-150306; REF43994O

Language Special Condition – Bilingual Proficiency:

There are currently two (2) vacancies. One of the vacancies requires bilingual proficiency in Chinese (Cantonese); the other position is generic (English only). Both oral and written proficiency are required.

Only those eligible candidates who pass the bilingual proficiency test in both written and oral will be considered for the bilingual position. Applicants must indicate on the online application the language(s) in which they claim proficiency.

WHO WE ARE

At the San Francisco Human Services Agency, we believe in a San Francisco where everyone has the opportunity and support to achieve their full potential.  We are comprised of the Department of Benefits and Family Support, and the Department of Disability and Aging Services, and are united by our commitment to deliver essential services that support and protect people, families, and communities.

From financial, nutritional and employment support to child and adult protective services, health care coverage, affordable childcare, and in-home services for older adults and persons with disabilities, our team lends support for all in need.

Our Commitment to Racial Equity

As we work towards our vision of an inclusive San Francisco, we embrace our responsibility to root out systemic racism by creating services and a workforce which reflect the lived experiences and strengths of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a work environment where our differences are celebrated and everyone has what they need to thrive--no matter their race, age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or country of origin. Click here to learn more about what this commitment looks like in action.

Job Description

The County Adult Assistance Program 2574 Clinical Psychologist is responsible for conducting professional-level work in assessing CalWORKS and CAAP clients to identify and document disabling mental health conditions and associated functional limitations that enable them to qualify for Social Security Benefits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list; may include additional duties as assigned.

1. Conducts screening and assessment of Clients with mental health related complaints, collateral interviews with primary care and behavioral health staff and medical records review to support clients' application for Social Security Benefits.
2. Selects, administers, scores and interprets appropriate psychological tests of intelligence, personality, aptitude, achievement, interest and other specialized areas and conducts diagnostic clinical interviews with emotionally disturbed, mentally ill, chemically dependent and intellectually disabled adults to assess their impairments to provide medical evidence in support of clients' application for Social Security Benefits as needed.
3. Prepares psychological reports presenting diagnostic findings, interview findings, functional assessments, clinical evaluations, and recommendations for the Clients' SSI eligibility.
4. Reviews and evaluates psychological, psychiatric and/or neuropsychological data and case material.
5. Provides education, consultation and information to community providers, and CAAP's multidisciplinary team on adult adjustment problems, mental illness, chemical dependence, culturally relevant