Behavioral Health Counselor

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department OBGYN-Horizons - 412480 Career Area Other Posting Open Date 02/02/2026 Application Deadline 08/07/2026 Position Type Temporary Staff (SHRA) Position Title Behavioral Health Counselor Position Number 20074645, 20074646 Vacancy ID S026821 Full-time/Part-time Part-Time Temporary Hours per week 24 Work Schedule

Friday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $42.00 per hour Proposed Start Date Estimated Duration of Appointment 1 to 6 months

Position Information

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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 Behavioral Health Counselors - Residential & Transitional Housing (Weekend) will provide critical weekend clinical coverage for pregnant and parenting women with substance use disorders residing in residential or transitional housing programs. This role ensures continuity of care through scheduled and as-needed clinical assessments, clinical check-ins, monitoring emotional and behavioral changes, conducting evidence-based substance use and mental health screenings, and providing relapse prevention strategies and facilitating recovery-oriented interventions. The counselors will participate in clinical team meetings, complete timely and accurate clinical documentation for each client interaction, facilitate telehealth intakes on weekends to support timely access to care, and collaborate closely with Residential and Housing Directors to address clinical, safety, and operational needs during weekend hours. This position supports client stability, safety, and engagement in treatment while ensuring continuity of services across clinical, residential, and housing teams.

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

Prior experience, education, or working knowledge with treating vulnerable populations, women or family interventions.

Advanced knowledge in human services

Clinical license: LMFT, LCAS, LCSW, or LCMHC or a provisional license of any of the mentioned licenses

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Must be able to ascend/descend stairs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

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If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu

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.

Optional and Required Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of References

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Describe your experience working with vulnerable/sensitive populations in previous positions.

(Open Ended Question)