Reentry Project Coordinator

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UNC Horizons at Wake seeks a two-year time-limited Reentry Project Coordinator to provide clinical, supervisory, and programmatic leadership for a justice-informed behavioral health initiative serving pregnant, parenting, and single women with substance use and co-occurring health conditions. The position is responsible for identifying, recruiting, and enrolling a minimum of 80 participants into services annually; conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and diagnosing mental health conditions using the DSM-5 manual; and coordinating service linkage with behavioral health and community providers to ensure continuity of care.

The Reentry Project Coordinator oversees project staff, provides training and clinical guidance, and supports interdisciplinary service delivery and ensure clinical services are adequately staffed. The role also leads data monitoring and evaluation activities, including surveys, outcome tracking, and reporting, and participates in biweekly evaluation meetings to identify program progress, gaps, and improvement strategies. Additionally, the position strengthens partnerships with justice-involved agencies and community stakeholders through ongoing outreach and representation at local, regional, and state events to enhance program visibility and impact.

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.

Must have experience related to behavioral health services, preferably substance use disorder
treatment.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be knowledgeable of the impact of trauma, stigma, substance use, and incarceration among pregnant, parenting, and single women.
Must be able to develop strong partnerships with community agencies.

This position requires the ability to conduct accurate clinical diagnoses using DSM-5 criteria. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong behavioral health knowledge in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders and trauma among women, with a demonstrated interest in serving women who are incarcerated or have justice-involved histories.

The ideal candidate will also exhibit an evidence-based leadership or managerial framework and the ability to apply this perspective in practice. Experience working within interdisciplinary teams and training or leading behavioral health professionals (e.g., Peer Support Specialists, Qualified Professionals, case managers, paraprofessionals, and related staff) is preferred.

* Ability to communicate and translate a managerial or leadership model when working in a behavioral health agency
* Provisional or full clinical license ( LCSW, LCAS, LCMHC, LMFT, LCSWA, LCASA, LMFT-A)
* Experience in diagnosing and treating behavioral health conditions
* Ability to manage or lead project with minimal oversight
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
* Ability to develop strong partnerships with community agencies and work with women and families with diverse and cultural backgrounds
* Master's degree in social work from an accredited school of social work; or Master's degree in counseling in a human services field and one year of social work or counseling; or

* Must have a valid driver's license and operate a state vehicle
* Ability to travel to community sites, courts, prisons, or partner agencies
* Ability to use a computer and phone for extended periods
* Ability to lift light materials (e.g., files, supplies)
* Ability to manage crisis situations and emotionally intense cases
* Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
* Ability to supervise staff and manage competing priorities
* Ability to work in justice-involved and trauma-impacted settings

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.