What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Work Practitioner position at Inside Higher Ed?
Department
Psychiatry-TailoredPlnCareMgmt-412221
Career Area
Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No
Posting Open Date
03/23/2026
Application Deadline
04/10/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Social Work Practitioner - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC11 / GN10
Working Title
Social Work Practitioner
Position Number
20048746
Vacancy ID
P020892
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 - $55,000
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
This position will serve as a care manager for the Tailored Care Management (TCM) Program with the Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH). The Tailored Care Management model is a critical element of the NCDHHS Medicaid transformation and BH I/DD Tailored Plans, which will offer robust and effective service models to address the comprehensive health needs of eligible beneficiaries through collaboration with provider-level care management entities. The UNC Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH) has achieved certification as a Care Management Agency (CMA) to provide care management services to an assigned patient panel of adults with serious mental illness and other behavioral health needs.
This position will engage with assigned beneficiaries through frequent contact determined by client need and acuity and will be responsible for the completion of the care management comprehensive assessment, as well as the development of individual care plans.
This position will complete required trainings and learning activities through UNC CECMH with topics including HIPAA/confidentiality, proficient use of the electronic medical record, corporate compliance and ethics, cultural competence, client rights, workplace safety, as well as areas relevant to the population served. In collaboration with the TCM Program Supervisor, this position will maintain up to date information on the Tailored Care Management model, policies and procedures and expectations as disseminated through NCDHHS and the tailored plan(s).
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
Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license; driving a State vehicle may be necessary.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Psychiatry-TailoredPlnCareMgmt-412221
Career Area
Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?:
No
Posting Open Date
03/23/2026
Application Deadline
04/10/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Social Work Practitioner - Journey
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC11 / GN10
Working Title
Social Work Practitioner
Position Number
20048746
Vacancy ID
P020892
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 - $55,000
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
This position will serve as a care manager for the Tailored Care Management (TCM) Program with the Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH). The Tailored Care Management model is a critical element of the NCDHHS Medicaid transformation and BH I/DD Tailored Plans, which will offer robust and effective service models to address the comprehensive health needs of eligible beneficiaries through collaboration with provider-level care management entities. The UNC Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH) has achieved certification as a Care Management Agency (CMA) to provide care management services to an assigned patient panel of adults with serious mental illness and other behavioral health needs.
This position will engage with assigned beneficiaries through frequent contact determined by client need and acuity and will be responsible for the completion of the care management comprehensive assessment, as well as the development of individual care plans.
This position will complete required trainings and learning activities through UNC CECMH with topics including HIPAA/confidentiality, proficient use of the electronic medical record, corporate compliance and ethics, cultural competence, client rights, workplace safety, as well as areas relevant to the population served. In collaboration with the TCM Program Supervisor, this position will maintain up to date information on the Tailored Care Management model, policies and procedures and expectations as disseminated through NCDHHS and the tailored plan(s).
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 working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and/ or substance use disorders.
- Experience providing case management or care management services.
- Familiarity with 1915i services.
- Professional interest in integrated behavioral and physical health care for care management.
Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license; driving a State vehicle may be necessary.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000