Human Services Practitioner
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Info

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Department:

Psychiatry-Centr of Excel-Dept-412216

Career Area:

Other

Is this an internal only recruitment?:

No

Posting Open Date :

01/03/2025

Application Deadline:

01/17/2025

Position Type:

Permanent Staff (SHRA)

Position Title:

Human Services Practitioner - Journey

Salary Grade Equivalent:

GN07

Working Title:

Human Services Practitioner

Position Number:

20068669, 20068695

Vacancy ID:

P019998

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

Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday- Friday, 8am- 5pm

Work Location:

CHAPEL HILL, NC

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$47,000- $57,000

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 function as a member of the Individual Placement and Support - Supported Employment (IPS-SE) program within the UNC Center for Excellence in Community Mental Health. IPS-SE is a community-based service which aims to assist individuals with serious mental illness to find and maintain competitive employment in the community, an essential component of individuals' recovery. The IPS-SE program works closely with behavioral health service providers and the department of Employment and Independence for Persons with Disabilities (EIPD, formerly Vocational Rehabilitation).

This IPS-SE team member will carry out direct services for IPS-SE participants including:
* Engagement - providing information about employment and employment supports to encourage individuals to consider pursuing their vocational goals
* Assessment - gathering information about individuals' employment and educational histories, goals, and preferences to create a person-centered employment plan
* Job Development - connecting and developing warm relationships with potential employers in the community to better understand their hiring needs and create opportunities for IPS-SE participants
* Job Search - assisting individuals in exploring employment opportunities that match their preferences and goals
* Follow-Along Supports - providing ongoing support to individuals after securing employment to promote success on the job and continue to make progress toward their personal goals.

This position will participate in IPS-SE team activities including weekly team meetings, treatment team meetings with behavioral health partners, and regular meetings with EIPD. This position will be responsible for timely completion of required service documentation and may assist in outcomes tracking and reporting for the program.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Associate's degree in a related Human Services discipline and two years of experience related to the area of assignment, or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Experience working with adults with behavioral health needs is required.
• Ability to assist individuals with serious mental illness to work in competitive jobs is required.
• Must meet requirements for Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) or Associate Mental Health Professional (AMHP).

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:

• Experience providing IPS or other supported employment services is preferred.
• Experience working effectively with external stakeholders (Tailored Plans, EIPD/VR) is preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Position/Schedule Requirements:

Evening work occasionally

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