Job Description

Job Description

Company Description:

Rafiki Coalition for Health and Wellness is a San Francisco-based nonprofit dedicated to eliminating health inequities and improving the lives of Black, African American, and marginalized communities in the Bay Area. For over 35 years, we have provided a safe, welcoming space where health, healing, and hope come together. We offer a holistic range of services, including free and low-cost health screenings, HIV prevention and care, mental health counseling, housing and economic support, fitness classes, and nutrition programs. Guided by a belief that wellness is more than the absence of illness, we embrace a whole-person approach that honors the cultural, social, and emotional needs of our community.

At Rafiki, we are more than a service provider. We are a trusted partner, advocate, and resource. Our work is rooted in compassion, cultural humility, and a commitment to social justice. Every day, our team stands with our community to dismantle barriers, amplify voices, and create pathways to health and opportunity.

If you're looking to join a mission-driven organization where your work directly empowers individuals and strengthens communities, Rafiki Coalition is the place to make a meaningful impact

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Clinical Social Worker provides direct clinical services to individuals, families, and groups, addressing behavioral health needs with a focus on culturally responsive, community-based care. This role will support Rafiki's integrated health model, working closely with medical providers, case managers, and community health workers to ensure holistic wellness for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family counseling services, including assessment, treatment planning, and crisis intervention.
• Conduct psychosocial evaluations and develop culturally competent treatment plans tailored to clients' needs.
• Support clients in navigating community resources, social services, and healthcare systems.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation consistent with professional standards and funding requirements.
• Collaborate with Rafiki's multidisciplinary team to coordinate holistic care and referrals.
• Facilitate psychoeducational workshops, support groups, and community healing circles.
• Provide advocacy and case management for clients dealing with housing, employment, benefits, and other social determinants of health.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision, staff meetings, and professional development.
• Uphold Rafiki's mission of advancing health equity, racial justice, and culturally grounded practices.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure in California as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) or registration as an ASW (Associate Clinical Social Worker) under supervision.
• Minimum 2 years of experience providing behavioral health services, preferably in community-based or nonprofit settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with Black/African American and other marginalized communities.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, racial equity frameworks, and culturally competent practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working in integrated care settings alongside medical and wellness providers.
• Familiarity with San Francisco community resources and public health systems.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Cantonese, or another language commonly spoken in San Francisco communities.

Additional Information:

Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time, exempt position.
• Hybrid work schedule with required in-person clinical and community-based services.
• Some evening or weekend hours may be required for community events and groups.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and licensure
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement contributions.
• Professional development opportunities and clinical supervision (if applicable).

Application Instructions:

* This is a grant funded position *

The salary is set based on funding. 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé outlining relevant experience and commitment to Rafiki's mission. 

 

Compensation details: 43.27-43.27 Yearly Salary

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