What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Therapist position at Inside Higher Ed?
Department
OBGYN-Horizons-412480
Other
Career Area:
Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No
Posting Open Date
01/26/2026
Application Deadline
04/27/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Social Work Practitioner - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC11 / GN10
Working Title
Residential Therapist
Position Number
00058254, 00057819
Vacancy ID
P020753
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent
Hours Per Week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pm
Work Location:
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$52,870 - $72,800
Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
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
UNC Horizons Program seeks Residential Therapist to work in residential treatment programs for women with substance abuse issues and their children in Chapel Hill. These programs operate 24/7, 365 days a year. This position involves both structured and informal direct client service and supervision; individual and group client services; working well in a treatment team environment; active participation in the residential on-call system.
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 in a women’s residential substance abuse program and who has worked in a trauma informed environment is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist-Associate (LCAS-A) credentials.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Must be able to ascend/descend stairs with or without accommodation.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Night work occasionally, On-call occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally
OBGYN-Horizons-412480
Other
Career Area:
Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No
Posting Open Date
01/26/2026
Application Deadline
04/27/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Social Work Practitioner - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC11 / GN10
Working Title
Residential Therapist
Position Number
00058254, 00057819
Vacancy ID
P020753
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited
Full-Time Permanent
Hours Per Week
40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 9am – 6pm
Work Location:
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$52,870 - $72,800
Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.
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
UNC Horizons Program seeks Residential Therapist to work in residential treatment programs for women with substance abuse issues and their children in Chapel Hill. These programs operate 24/7, 365 days a year. This position involves both structured and informal direct client service and supervision; individual and group client services; working well in a treatment team environment; active participation in the residential on-call system.
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 in a women’s residential substance abuse program and who has worked in a trauma informed environment is preferred.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) or Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist-Associate (LCAS-A) credentials.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Must be able to ascend/descend stairs with or without accommodation.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Evening work occasionally, Night work occasionally, On-call occasionally, Overtime occasionally, Valid NC Driver’s License, Weekend work occasionally
Salary : $52,870 - $72,800