Social Work Practitioner

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Psychiatry-CECMH-Wake ACT-412237 Career Area Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other) Is this an internal only recruitment? No Posting Open Date 08/17/2026 Application Deadline 08/24/2026 Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA) Position Title Social Work Practitioner - Journey Salary Grade Equivalent NC11 / GN10 Working Title Social Work Practitioner Position Number 20035364 Vacancy ID P021294 Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment Hours per week 40 Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC Position Location North Carolina, US Hiring Range $47,000 - $55,000 Pay Band Information

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Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

Position Summary Information

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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 works within the UNC Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team based in Wake County. ACT consists of professionals from multiple disciplines (including psychiatry, nursing, social work, rehabilitation counseling, and peer support) who use a team approach to meet the needs of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness in community-based settings. ACT works according to a recovery-based philosophy and provides person-centered services addressing the breadth of an individual's needs, helping him or her achieve their personal goals. ACT is generally the first responder and single point of responsibility for meeting the client's needs, which necessitates higher frequency and intensity of services and a low staff-to-client ratio.

ACT Social Work Practitioners are responsible for the provision of direct services and coordination for an assigned group of individuals served by the ACT Team, including treatment planning, implementation of interventions using empirically supported approaches, and psychosocial rehabilitation. Area(s) of focus will be based on individual's expertise and skill as well as the needs of the caseload, and could include housing, employment, peer support services, co-occurring disorders, and psychosocial rehabilitation, among others. ACT Social Work Practitioners participate fully in team activities including daily team meetings, regular treatment planning meetings, and participation in the rotation of the on-call phone.

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 adults with serious, persistent mental illness is preferred.
• Experience working in Assertive Community Treatment or other community-based services (ex: Community Support Team, Individual Placement and Support) is preferred.
• Individuals with experience working in supported employment are encouraged to apply.

Required Licenses/Certifications Special Physical/Mental Requirements Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements Evening work occasionally, On-call occasionally, Patient care involved, Rotating shifts occasionally, Shift work occasionally, Weekend work occasionally Special Instructions Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/323883

Contact Information

Office of Human Resources 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 (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.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of References

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Please select the response below that best describes your experience/education for the Social Work Practitioner position.

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree in a Human Services discipline with coursework related to the area of assignment.

• None of the above

• • Briefly describe how you would work to establish supportive, trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses while demonstrating respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Briefly describe your experience working with multidisciplinary teams and how you would assist in establishing community based services.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Briefly describe your experience working in a multidisciplinary team providing treatment planning, implementation of interventions using empirically supported approaches, and/or psychosocial rehabilitation.

(Open Ended Question)