Social Work Practitioner - Advanced

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Social Work Practitioner for county-level CPS oversight, providing guidance on medical aspects in 100 counties. The role includes on-call duties, educational material development, and training for child welfare staff under supervision.

The position supports NC DHHS policy while not appearing in court or in family meetings; on-site work in Chapel Hill, NC with regular hours and some after-hours on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline.
• Certification/licensure as Clinical Social Worker may be required by NC Social Work Certification Board.
• On-call, weekend work will be part of the schedule.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a consultant to county child welfare agencies across 100 counties.
• Provide guidance and oversight on CPS assessments and related medical issues.
• Participate in the on-call structure (24/7/365).
• Develop educational materials and policy suggestions under supervisor guidance.
• Provide training on medical aspects to county welfare staff with CME clinician roster.
• Not responsible for court testimony or family meetings; support CPS supervisors' understanding of state policy.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification/licensure (as required by NC Social Work Certification Board)

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Child Medical Evaluation Prog-412004

Career Area: Other

Is this an internal only recruitment?: No

Posting Open Date: 07/13/2026

Application Deadline: 08/24/2026

Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Social Work Practitioner - Advanced

Salary Grade Equivalent: NC12 / GN13

Working Title: Social Work Practitioner

Position Number: 20039133

Vacancy ID: P021185

Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited: Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with call – Call includes overnight and weekend

Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $69,768 - $92,200

Pay Band Information: To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

About the University

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 Social Work Practitioner will function as a consultant to county child welfare agencies. This position will provide guidance and oversight to all 100 counties in the management of high-risk child welfare cases which overlap with medical issues. The SW Practitioner will be involved with reviewing and consulting to counties during CPS assessment. The team functions 24/7/365 and as such, all Social Work Practitioners will participate in the on-call structure, a critical and required function of the role. The SW Practitioner will oversee the following types of cases as defined by NC DHHS Child Welfare Policy for CPS Assessments.

• Injuries in young children under 3 years.
• Children under 3 years with concerns for STI.
• Children under 3 years where another child in the home has died as a result of suspected maltreatment
• All children with a suspicion of medical child abuse/Munchausen by Proxy
• Cases involving children with medical complexity as defined by NC DHHS Child Welfare CPS Assessment Policy.

Additionally, this position will participate in the development of educational materials and policy suggestions under the guidance of the supervisor. This position will provide training medical aspects to child welfare with rostered CME clinician. Finally, this position will NOT be available to testify in court, nor participate in meetings with the families being investigated by child welfare. Instead, this position supports the knowledge and skill development of the county CPS child welfare supervisor to assist in supporting understanding of NC DHHS child welfare state policy. They are supervised by a senior social worker on the team. As this is a contracted service for NC DHHS child welfare, they are under the ultimate supervision of NC DHHS child welfare.

Please note, this position is not related to and does not work with UNC Hospitals.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline with coursework related to the area of assignment. Some positions may require certification to practice as a certified or licensed Clinical Social Worker as required by the North Carolina Social Work Certification Board.

Management Preferences

• Experience with CPS child welfare assessment in North Carolina.
• Experience managing child welfare serious injury/sexual abuse cases.
• NC pre-service training preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements

On-call, Weekend work

Special Instructions

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/322157

Contact Information

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Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

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.