Community Navigator

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Community Navigator in the Psychiatry division (Youth Behavioral Hospital - Butner) to coordinate short-term care and link patients and guardians to community resources during the transition from inpatient to outpatient care. The role requires a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field and active licensure (LCSW/LCMHC).

Strong communication and resource-knowledge are preferred to support diverse families and patients across North

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or relevant human services field.
• Must be fully licensed; licenses such as LCSW or LCMHC will be considered.

Responsibilities

• The Community Navigator will work with the treatment teams at the Youth Behavioral Hospital to provide short-term care coordination and connection to resources and support for individuals and their guardians who are transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care.
• As the position grows, the Community Navigator will serve as a resource for individuals and families navigating the health care system.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Rapport-building

Knowledge of community resources

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or relevant human services field

Job description

Department

Psychiatry - YBH Butner - 412217

Posting Open Date

09/18/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Type

Permanent Faculty

Working Title

Community Navigator

Appointment Type

Fixed Term Faculty

Vacancy ID

FAC0006101

Full-time/Part-time

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week

40

FTE

1

Position Location

North Carolina, US

Proposed Start Date

11/09/2026

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.

Position Summary

The Community Navigator will work with the treatment teams at the Youth Behavioral Hospital to provide short term care coordination and connection to resources and support for individuals and their guardians who are transitioning from inpatient to outpatient care. As the position grows the Community Navigator will serve as a resource for individuals and families navigating the health care system.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Candidates must have must have a Master’s degree in Social Work or a relevant human services field. Candidates must be fully licensed. The following licenses will be considered: LCSW, LCMHC.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Excellent communication skills, proven rapport-building, and knowledge of existing community resources is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.