Community Navigator

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive discounts

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Health, life and retirement plans

Work-life balance programs

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Community Navigator to coordinate short-term care and link youth and families to community resources during discharge planning. The role supports transitions from inpatient to outpatient care and acts as a key navigator within the health system.

Requires a Master’s in Social Work and active licensure; LCSW/LCMHC considered. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week position is based in North Carolina with comprehensive benefits and professional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or a relevant human services field.
• Candidates must be fully licensed (LCSW or LCMHC are preferred).
• Licensure options will be considered for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term care coordination and connect individuals and guardians to resources as they transition from inpatient to outpatient care.
• Grow into a resource hub for patients and families navigating the health care system.

Skills

Communication

Interprofessional

Resource navigation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

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.

Mission

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.

Benefits

• Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
• Savings on local child care centers
• Special rates on select campus events
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid leave
• Health, life and retirement plans
• Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance

Employment Details

• Position Type: Permanent Faculty
• Appointment Type: Fixed Term Faculty
• Full‑time/Part‑time: Full‑Time Permanent
• Hours per week: 40
• FTE: 1
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Vacancy ID: FAC0006101

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.