Posting Information
Posting Information
Department | Child Medical Evaluation Prog-412004 |
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Career Area | Other |
Is this an internal only recruitment? | No |
Posting Open Date | 01/23/2024 |
Application Deadline | 02/02/2024 |
Position Type | Permanent Staff (SHRA) |
Position Title | Social Work Practitioner - Advanced |
Salary Grade Equivalent | GN13 |
Working Title | Social Work Practitioner |
Position Number | 20039126 |
Vacancy ID | P018600 |
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited | Full-Time Permanent |
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment | |
Hours per week | 40 |
Work Schedule | Includes holiday, weekend, and on-call work |
Work Location | Chapel Hill, NC |
Position Location | North Carolina, US |
Hiring Range | $60,000 - $73,000 |
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. |
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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 | The North Carolina Child Medical evaluation Program (CMEP) provides a structured system for medical and mental health evaluations in alleged cases of child maltreatment. Evaluations of children are performed at the request of county Departments of Social Services by local physicians/nurse practitioners/physician assistants and social workers/licensed clinical mental health providers who have agreed to provide the service(s) in accordance with the program guidelines. The program’s professional staff has developed, and periodically updates, evaluation protocols designed to document physical and emotional symptoms in keeping with the latest research relative to significant findings. The program’s professional staff provides daily telephone and written consultation to local examiners, protective service workers and the legal system regarding appropriate services and significance of findings in children. The program is actively involved in educational programs for medical and mental health practitioners, protective service workers, law enforcement, juvenile judges and the legal community. This posting is to join the Regional Abuse and Medical Specialist (RAMS) team that is part of CMEP. RAMS are Social Work Practitioner Advanced positions that provide consultation to all 100 NC Child Protective Service Counties. The RAMS provide guidance and oversight to all 100 counties in the management of high-risk child welfare cases which overlap with medical issues. By applying, you will be considered for a vacant position to work daytime hours as well as participate in the on-call system to ensure statewide coverage for RAMS consultations 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. The RAMS SW Practitioner will oversee the following types of cases with the county: * A child is 3 and under AND there are concerns for unexplained/poorly explained injuries * A child is 3 and under AND there is concern for a sexually transmitted infection * A child is 3 and under AND another child who lives in the home has died as a result of suspected abuse or neglect * Any case with a concern for medical child abuse (Munchausen by Proxy) * Any case accepted for medical neglect with a medically complex child who: Requires subspecialty care by 2 or more specialists OR Receives a second report for medical neglect within 6 months regardless of the case outcome OR Requires devices to sustain their function such as a tracheostomy or g-tube. This position will build relationships between medical providers and CPS by improving CPS understanding and communication with the medical systems. This position will include daytime responsibilities such as the case transfer meetings, Monday – Friday. This position will be co-supervised by the medical director of CMEP as well as a senior member of the state child welfare team. This position will NOT be available to testify in court and will NOT be managing cases directly with medical teams. |
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 | Work experience related to social work and child welfare. Successful candidates will be proficient with virtual work requirements including knowledge of Microsoft Teams, database functionality, comfort with varying technologies such as cell phone functions including forwarding of phones. |
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | The preferred candidate will possess child welfare CPS Assessment experience including experience as supervisor in a North Carolina child welfare agency. Experience with managing a child welfare unit that specializes in assessments of serious injury and/or young child sexual abuse cases. |
Required Licenses/Certifications | |
Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
Position/Schedule Requirements | On-call occasionally, Weekend work occasionally |
Special Instructions | |
Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/273310 |
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 [email protected] Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status. |
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
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