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Job description
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Psychiatry-CECMH-REACHEnhanced-
Career Area
Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?
No
Posting Open Date
09/14/2026
Application Deadline
09/28/2026
Position Type
Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title
Human Services Prog Spprt Tech - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent
NC03 / GN05
Working Title
Community Health Worker
Position Number
Vacancy ID
P
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
Work Location
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
$38,000 - $45,000
Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .
Notice to Applicants
This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Position Summary Information
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
The FIT Program Community Health Worker will provide outreach, counseling, navigational, and case management services to individuals recently released from incarceration with chronic medical, psychiatric and/or substance use conditions who present at or are recruited by the FIT Program. This position is based at the UNC REACH (Recovery and Access to Comprehensive Health) Enhanced Primary Care clinic and Oak City Cares in Raleigh.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Management Preferences
Experience working with health care systems, mental health and substance use treatment programs, community-based organizations.
Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, collaboratively practicing with therapists, psychiatrists, PCPs, health workers, health educators, and/or other health professionals.
Excellent organization, follow through, and ability to juggle multiple priorities in fast-paced environment with multiple collaborators.
Prior justice system involvement or justice history.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Patient care involved
Special Instructions
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Office of Human Resources Contact Information
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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.
Worksite address
chapel hill, NC, 27517, US
Who can apply
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