Residential Advisor

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 44,083,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Job summary

The Horizons Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill provides gender-specific perinatal and maternal treatment, including residential housing for mothers and children. The Residential Advisor assists with transportation, recovery support, medication monitoring, and life skills coaching to support families in recovery.

This is a 40-hour-per-week, temporary position located in North Carolina, with shifts available across 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
• Knowledge of or interest in gender-specific substance abuse treatment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Residential advisors provide transportation, recovery support, observed urine drug screens, observation of medication self-administration, and basic life skills support.
• All staff are responsible to ensure the safety of the women and children in our program by conducting rounds.
• Residential advisors are also responsible for ensuring that the apartments are ready for incoming patients, searching program participant belongings, conducting random apartment searches, and other duties as assigned by the Lead RA or the Program Manager.

Job description

Work Schedule

1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift. Weekdays and weekends.

Posting Information

• Department OBGYN-Horizons - 412480
• Career Area Other
• Posting Open Date 05/07/2026
• Application Deadline 10/05/2026
• Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title Residential Advisor
• Position Number 20037154
• Vacancy ID S027334
• Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
• Hours per week 40
• Work Schedule 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift. Weekdays and weekends.
• Position Location North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range $16.00 per hour
• Estimated Duration of Appointment 6 months or longer

Position Summary

The Horizons Program is a regional perinatal/maternal substance abuse treatment program of the Department of OB- GYN at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This program provides comprehensive, gender specific outpatient and residential treatment for pregnant women and mothers and their children. In our program, a pregnant woman or a mother and her children age 0-11 may reside in their own apartment for up to one year. The mother works on her recovery from active addiction, trauma and other mental health issues, parenting, and education and employment for self-sufficiency. The children who reside with the mother receive comprehensive evaluations and treatment as indicated.

Residential Advisors provide individual and family support to the families in the UNC Horizons program. This position is for a residential advisor that will provide support to the women and children in the Sunrise program. The RAs provide transportation, recovery support, observed urine drug screens, observation of medication self-administration, and basic life skills support. All staff are responsible to ensure the safety of the women and children in our program by conducting rounds. Residential advisors are also responsible for ensuring that the apartments are ready for incoming patients, searching program participant belongings, conducting random apartment searches, and other duties as assigned by the Lead RA or the Program Manager.

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 that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Management Preferences

Knowledge of or interest in gender-specific substance abuse treatment is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/317924

Posting 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.