Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW)Location: Sacramento, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Shifts: Mon - Fri (Days)
Setting: FQHC or community health outpatient clinic
Job Summary:
The Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) provides integrated behavioral health services within a primary care setting using the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model. This role focuses on delivering brief, evidence-based interventions, supporting same-day patient needs, and collaborating closely with medical and behavioral health teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Provide same-day "warm handoffs" from medical and referral teams.
Deliver brief, evidence-based behavioral health interventions and psychoeducation.
Conduct risk assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention within scope of practice.
Collaborate with primary care providers (PCPs), medical assistants, and behavioral health team members.
Participate in case consultations and communicate treatment recommendations to care teams.
Facilitate referrals to internal and community-based services.
Perform behavioral health screenings and assess patient needs.
Provide short-term, solution-focused therapy under supervision in alignment with PCBH model.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters, consultations, and communications.
Manage behavioral health inbox, voicemail, and appointment scheduling.
Conduct outreach for follow-ups, welfare checks, and care coordination.
Support patients in accessing higher levels of care when needed.
Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, privacy regulations, and ethical standards.
Promote culturally responsive care, patient engagement, and retention.
Qualifications & Experience:
Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
Active Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) registration in good standing with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.
Experience providing brief, evidence-based interventions in clinical or community settings (including internships).
Experience in behavioral health integration or medical settings preferred.
Familiarity with the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model is a plus.
Experience working with diverse and underserved populations preferred.
Minimum 2-3 years of experience is required
Bilingual or multilingual proficiency in English and one of the following: (preferred)
Spanish
Russian
Farsi
Pashto/Pushto
Benefits:
PPO plans through Anthem Blue Cross
Option for $0 in-network out-of-pocket costs
Coverage for individuals and families
Care navigation and provider support resources
403(b) with up to 4% employer match
Immediate vesting
Up to 3 weeks of vacation in the first year
7 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
Employer-paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Optional supplemental benefits
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Positions are filling quickly.
For any queries, please contact:
Alina Raye
469-966-9436
alina.raye@protouchstaffing.com