Clinical Instructor

Clinical Instructor

The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Department of Psychiatry, Center for Excellence in Mental Health invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term clinical instructor. The successful candidate will join UNC Encompass as an individual therapist on a multi-disciplinary team of an IPS/SEES counselor, peer support specialist, CMA, administrative assistant, individual therapist, family therapist, and psychiatrist. UNC Encompass uses a coordinated specialty care model to treat those, aged 15-30, who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis (FEP). The physical location of the position is in Raleigh, NC. UNC Encompass is a developing program whose members work closely together so the candidate should have a growth mindset, be flexible, adaptable, and motivated to serve families in a recovery-based model. The successful candidate will have strong rapport building and engagement skills, successful experiences as both an independent and collaborative multidisciplinary team member, well versed in therapy modalities. Clinical responsibilities will primarily include screening, assessment, provisional diagnosis, assertive outreach and engagement, individual therapy, case management, and psychoeducation. A second responsibility of the individual therapist will be general administration duties to include: participation in weekly data collection, assistance with referrals, maintenance of tracking databases, supporting the development and facilitation of community outreach and education, and tasks that may not fall in a traditional individual therapist role but support the overall function of the UNC Encompass mission.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Applicant must hold a Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited School of Social Work with a minimum of two years of clinical practice, with an LCSW. An LCMHC will be considered. Experience and interest in outreach and engagement, developing and providing therapy, community presentations, crisis assessment and management. Therapy skills with multiple therapy modalities; for the right candidate training may be provided. Ability to work well in a multidisciplinary environment. Interest in working with those aged 15-30 who may be experiencing a first episode of psychosis and new to mental health treatment.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience: LCSW is preferred; LCMHC will be considered.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements: Campus Security Authority Responsibilities - Not Applicable.

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.