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Adolescent Clinical Therapist

University of California - San Francisco
150,000
450 Stanyan Street (Show on map)
May 13, 2026

Involves patient care services for a range of mental health disorders, often severe including major depressive disorders, paranoia, schizophrenia, or bipolar disorder. Settings may be inpatient, outpatient or clinical research studies. Patient care may be provided by a combination of licensed clinicians, as well as counselors and crisis intervention specialists. Patients typically require routine assistance, treatment or a specialized and controlled environment. Primary emphasis on treatment and attempt where possible to help patients control their own lives in the outside world, with the use of a combination of psychiatric drugs and psychotherapy.

Department Description:

Join a uniquely collaborative, school-based adolescent behavioral health program at the McAuley Counseling Enriched Education Program (CEEP), located within UCSF Health's Stanyan Hospital. CEEP is an intensive outpatient therapeutic and educational environment designed for middle and high school students who require a structured, trauma-informed setting to make meaningful emotional, behavioral, and academic progress. Our multidisciplinary team-therapists, psychiatric providers, nurses, educators, and quality assurance staff-works together daily to create a cohesive therapeutic milieu that emphasizes consistency, clear boundaries, and high support.

The McAuley Counseling Enriched Education Program fosters student success in academic and community settings through evidence-based, motivational systems within a therapeutic environment. We provide comprehensive support for adolescents, empowering them to navigate challenges, excel academically, and achieve independence.


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of time

Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

(To be completed by Supervisor)

8

Gathers patient history and conducts evaluations to assist in planning therapeutic interventions.

7

Participates in planning, implementing, evaluating and revising treatment plans. Promotes coordination of care between psychiatric services and programs.

60

Conducts individual and group treatment / activities. Supports coordination of care with family, clinicians and agencies.

5

Assesses impact of intervention / treatment and evaluates patient progress. Completes patient / participant progress reports.

0

Supports performance improvement programs and activities. Develops recommendations for new programs or workflows. Identifies issues and recommends solutions.

0

Develops proposals for new processes or procedures based on best practices.

10

Assists in developing and implementing intervention strategies. May train and supervise intervention providers. Teaches families to deliver / implement interventions.

0

Supports clinical research studies. Participates in statistical data collection.

10

Participates in team meetings and work groups. Supports public / community agencies with program / intervention implementation.

0

0

0

0

0

0

100%

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Req / Pref
Strong skills in providing individual and group behavioral therapy, behavioral analysis and / or educational interventions. Req
Strong knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession. Req
Strong knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Req
Highly effective verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills. Req
Strong skills in collaborating with heath care providers, PIs and community partners. Req
Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments. Req

Education

Req / Pref

Master's degree in related area and 3+ yrs related work experience; and/or equivalent experience. Required


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Req / Pref
Strong skills in providing individual and group behavioral therapy, behavioral analysis and / or educational interventions. Req
Strong knowledge of applicable laws and ethical standards associated with profession. Req
Strong knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Req
Highly effective verbal and written communication. Demonstrated active listening, persuasion and counseling skills. Req
Strong skills in collaborating with heath care providers, PIs and community partners. Req
Knowledge of business software, specialized applications and EHR systems used in behavioral health clinics / clinical departments. Req

Education

Req / Pref

Master's degree in related area and 3+ yrs related work experience; and/or equivalent experience. Required
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