Social Work Practitioner - Journey

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC, invites applications for a Social Work Practitioner to join the Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH).

The Care Manager will provide services to adults with serious mental illness, coordinating referrals, care plans, and follow-up, with field visits as needed and transportation required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide care management services to an assigned panel of adults with serious mental illness and other behavioral health needs.
• Engage with beneficiaries through frequent contact and coordinate referrals to psychiatry/medication management, therapy, and participation in care team huddles.
• Develop individualized care plans and monitor care with timely hospital follow-up appointments and transitions of care.
• Perform field visits in community settings as needed; reliable transportation is required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline

Job description

Posting Information

Department: Psychiatry-CECMH-TailoredCM-412221

Career Area: Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment?: No

Posting Open Date: 08/26/2026

Application Deadline: 09/09/2026

Position Type: Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title: Social Work Practitioner - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent: NC11 / GN10

Working Title: Social Work Practitioner

Position Number: 20068390

Vacancy ID: P021325

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

Hours per week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Work Location: CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $45,000 - $53,000

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

Notice to Applicants: This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

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

This position will serve as a Care Manager for the Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health ( CECMH ). The care management team at the CECMH offers robust and effective service models to address the comprehensive health needs of eligible beneficiaries through collaboration with insurance providers, UNC providers, and community partners.

This position will provide care management services to an assigned panel of adults with serious mental illness and other behavioral health needs. The Care Manager will engage with assigned beneficiaries through frequent contact based on client need and acuity and will be responsible for ensuring referrals to psychiatry/medication management, therapy, participation in care team huddles, and development of individualized care plans. The Care Manager will also be responsible for monitoring care and ensuring timely hospital follow-up appointments and transitions of care.

Due to the nature of this role, the Care Manager is expected to provide services in community-based settings and conduct field visits as needed. Reliable transportation is required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

This position will complete required trainings and learning activities through UNC CECMH on topics including HIPAA /confidentiality, proficient use of the electronic medical record, corporate compliance and ethics, cultural competence, client rights, workplace safety, and other areas relevant to the population served. In collaboration with the Care Management Program Supervisor, this position will maintain current knowledge of the care management model, policies, procedures, and expectations as disseminated through relevant partners.

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

• Work experience with the population served (adults with serious, persistent mental illness).
• Experience in case management or care coordination.
• Knowledge of service systems and community resources.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/324530

Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail].

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.