Social Work Practitioner

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

$62,990 - $82,000
Grade: 12

United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill

104 Airport Dr (Show on map)

May 26, 2026

Posting Information

Department	General Pediatrics-412009
Career Area	Health Professional (Physician/Nurse/Other)
Is this an internal only recruitment?	No
Posting Open Date	05/26/2026
Application Deadline	06/02/2026
Position Type	Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title	Social Work Practitioner - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent	NC12 / GN13
Working Title	Social Work Practitioner
Position Number	20037129
Vacancy ID	P021048
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	$62,990 - $82,000
Pay Band Information	To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet.

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 position will include advanced-level case management and clinical social work services for children and families in the UNC Children's Complex Care Program. This role functions with minimal supervision and serves as the primary social work lead for the most complex cases. Essential functions include: Serving as the primary social work lead for children with medical complexity and high acuity psychosocial needs, exercising advanced clinical judgment and independent decision making. Independently conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and developing and implementing treatment plans with minimal review. Acting as a clinical consultant to other social workers, care managers, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members regarding assessment, treatment planning, and management of complex cases. Obtaining, interpreting, and communicating complex psychosocial, medical, and social information to clinical teams to support care planning and clinical decision making. Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community health, mental health, and social service agencies, and independently identifying and developing resources to meet patient and family needs. Coordinating and organizing complex care across medical, behavioral health, and community systems. Attending Complex Care Clinic (~2 days/week) to assess new patients and provide follow-up for existing patients. Attending multidisciplinary care conferences as the lead social work representative, providing expert input on psychosocial needs and care plans. Leading or independently contributing to the development and implementation of clinical protocols, family assessment tools, and quality improvement for the Complex Care Program. The position will also involve providing integrated behavioral health/counseling services in the UNC Children's Complex Care Clinic. Essential functions include: Providing evidence based counseling and behavioral health interventions for patients with complex medical and psychosocial presentations. Sessions to be conducted primarily in-person; partial telehealth option available after establishing a patient panel (maintaining roughly 50% in-person). Modifying therapeutic approaches to address high acuity, chronic, or crisis driven behavioral health needs. Coordinating behavioral health care plans with primary care providers and specialty teams, and providing consultation regarding treatment recommendations. Documenting and billing independently and appropriately for clinical services provided.
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	Demonstrated experience providing independent clinical services to diverse and complex populations. Demonstrated proof of effective, verbal, and written communication skills related to treatment planning. Prefer experience with Epic Electronic Health Record. Prefer experience working with language interpreter services in a health care setting.
Required Licenses/Certifications
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities	Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements	Clinic - UNCH or ACC
Special Instructions
Quick Link	https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/319002

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.