Social Work Practitioner at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in chapel hill, North Carolina

Job Description:

Department:

Psychiatry-TailoredPlnCareMgmt-412221

Career Area:

Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date :

12/10/2024

Application Deadline:

12/23/2024

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

Social Work Practitioner - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent:

GN10

Working Title:

Social Work Practitioner

Position Number:

20068390

Vacancy ID:

P019933

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

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday- Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$45,000 - $51,418

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:

The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing 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. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
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 will 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 will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

Position Summary:

This position will serve as a care manager for the 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 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 ensuring referrals to psychiatry/medication management, therapy, participate in care team huddles, and participate in the development of individual care plans. Care manager will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring timely hospital follow ups.


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 Care Management Program Supervisor, this position will maintain up to date information on the care management model, policies and 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.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

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. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

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.

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