Protective Services Worker – Public Conservator – San Francisco Human Services Agency (2940) (X00050)
Core
Conducts clinical investigations, in-person visits, and crisis interventions for individuals with chronic mental illness or alcoholism to determine eligibility for psychiatric care and advocate for appropriate levels of care.
Role type
Senior IC clinical social worker / mental health conservator
Builds
Psychiatric care plans and court-recommended placements for conservatees
Domain
Public sector mental health services / adult protective services
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical assessment, crisis intervention, court testimony, case management, stakeholder advocacy, electronic charting, travel logistics
Preferred skills
Experience with LPS investigations, working with criminal justice system, multidisciplinary team collaboration
Technologies
Avatar, Panoramic, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Conduct investigations to determine eligibility for psychiatric care; Perform in-person visits in jails, state hospitals, and community settings; Complete time-sensitive court reports and provide expert testimony; Evaluate and approve psychiatric treatment and medications; Assess appropriateness of placements and least restrictive care levels; Collaborate with city departments including Public Health, Police, and City Attorney's Office
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC