University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Location
Chapel Hill, NC | United States
Job description
Department:
Family Medicine-411601
Career Area:Administrative/Clerical Support
Is this an internal only recruitment?:No
Posting Open Date :02/23/2024
Application Deadline:03/12/2024
Position Type:Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title:Human Services Prog Spprt Tech - Advanced
Salary Grade Equivalent:GN05
Working Title:Formerly Incarcerated Transition (FIT) Program Community Health Worker
Position Number:20062250
Vacancy ID:P018729
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited:Full-Time Time-Limited
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment:December 31, 2024 estimated end date, with possibility to extend based on availability of funds
Hours per week:40
Work Schedule:Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm)
Work Location:Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location:North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:$34,435 - $41,866
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 VISIONThis position will serve as a Community Health Worker within the Formerly Incarcerated Transition (FIT) Program and the FIT Recovery Program. Primary responsibilities will include connecting people coming out of incarceration with chronic disease, mental illness and/or substance use disorder to appropriate health care services and help put together a comprehensive reentry plan working with local reentry partners. Additional responsibilities will include general program support and regular follow up with assigned clients.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:* Position requires prior justice system involvement or justice history.
* Willingness to work in various environments, including prison/jail settings, shelters, conducting home visits, and remote work.
* Experience providing information, education, intervention, and/or referral services to culturally diverse populations and/or community health worker certificate.
* Comfortable working with culturally diverse populations.
* Candidates must have experience of problem solving and working in a team environment.
* The position requires experience using Microsoft Office applications and the ability to work on a computer for a long period of time.
* Organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
* Candidates are expected to exhibit professional interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Candidates must have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with all peers, program related personnel and faculty, demonstrating initiative, and remaining calm under pressure.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively and have the ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment in a position with evolving duties.
* Previous experience working with health care systems, mental health and substance use treatment programs, community-based organizations
* Experience with client assessment, treatment planning, conducting interviews/investigations, advising/counseling clients, and participating in health promotion and health education activities.
* Bilingual English/Spanish.
Not Applicable.
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