Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Pediatric Primary Care
Palo Alto, California
Sutter Health Palo Alto Center

Job Opportunity: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Location

• California, Palo Alto (with coverage also in Fremont and Sunnyvale as needed)

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Work Schedule

• Day shift, Monday to Friday
• 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)

Job Description

• Provide interim behavioral health care management, care coordination, and psychotherapy interventions in a pediatric primary care clinic.
• Support ambulatory services focused on Healthy Young Minds.
• Coverage primarily in Palo Alto until vacancy is filled; may also cover Fremont and Sunnyvale based on patient needs.
• Role covers extended leave of absence (LOA).

Patient Population and Conditions Treated

• Pediatric patients with:

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
  • Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Emotional and behavioral issues of childhood
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), high-functioning
  • Social anxiety, separation anxiety, phobias
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Trichotillomania and other Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker license in California
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker experience within the last year

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including Social Security trace with all aliases, county searches, nationwide sex offender search, education verification, and other regulatory screenings.
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter.
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to California law).
• TB screening: Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start; must be renewed annually.
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start.
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Fit test for masks required within 1 year of start and annually thereafter (with accommodations considered for religious exemptions or failed tests).
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and annually.
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years required.
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps.
• Unit-specific skills checklist required and must be renewed annually.

Certifications (as applicable)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA or ARC
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA or ARC
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA or ARC
• Other certifications may be required based on position specifics; verify with employer.

Additional Notes

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including job description, standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start.
• Religious exemptions for facial hair and certain vaccines may be considered with appropriate documentation and approval.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

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