Lead Residential Advisor

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Lead Residential Advisor for the Horizons Residential Programs in Chapel Hill, NC. This role supervises a team of paraprofessionals delivering community support services to women and children and works with a Program Manager to ensure effective residential care.

The position requires evening and night shifts, works 40 hours weekly, and offers a salary range that aligns with NC pay bands.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work with a diverse population in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to effectively work with outside providers to enhance overall treatment effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• The Residential Advisor delivers community support services to the women and children in the Horizons Residential Programs.
• The Lead Residential Advisor will have additional duties with a higher level of responsibility and will recruit, train, monitor and direct a team of paraprofessional staff to provide Residential services to the families served by the program.

Skills

Teamwork

Diversity

Provider collaboration

Job description

Posting Information

• Department OBGYN-Horizons-412480
• Career Area Other
• Is this an internal only recruitment? No
• Posting Open Date 06/22/2026
• Application Deadline 09/21/2026
• Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title Human Services Prog Spprt Tech - Contributing
• Salary Grade Equivalent NC01 / GN03
• Working Title Lead Residential Advisor
• Position Number 00062005
• Vacancy ID P021133
• Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week 40
• Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
• Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC
• Position Location North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range $35,500 - $38,087
• Pay Band Information To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

Position Summary Information

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 Residential Advisor delivers community support services to the women and children in the Horizons Residential Programs. The Lead Residential Advisor will have additional duties with a higher level of responsibility. This position works closely with the Program Manager to recruit, train, monitor and direct a team of paraprofessional 24/7 front line staff to provide Residential services to the families served by the program.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work with a diverse population in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to effectively work with outside providers to enhance overall treatment effectiveness.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Must possess valid NC driver's license and be able to clear a motor vehicle check in order to transport minors.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

Evening work, Night work, On-call occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Shift work

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/321198

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

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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.