What You'll Be Doing

Wake County Housing is looking for a dedicated Mental Health - Registered Nurse to join the Cornerstone Community Support Team. The Community Support Team provides specialized services to clients who are engaged with primary Permanent Housing and Supportive Services (PHSS) programs. The Mental Health - Registered Nurse works alongside primary case managers to improve quality of life and housing stability for clients who are or have been homeless and are living with severe mental illness, substance use disorders, and chronic health issues.

Essential Functions

• Provides nursing care according to professional standards including assessment, service planning and implementation, injections and medication management
• Coordinates with clients and referring case managers to identify health needs and develop interventions to improve health outcomes
• Educates clients on heath care status and diagnoses to improve health functioning and encourage self-care activities
• Plans and implements nursing care and health activities based on client needs, preferences and available resources
• Arranges and facilitates health related educational groups
• Coordinates health events such as clinics and health fairs
• Follows Wake County Code of Conduct and adheres to strict confidentiality guidelines, including HIPAA
• Maintains required licensure for position by completing all continuing education requirements and following the standards of care/ethical code of the profession
• Provides services in the office, community and client homes

About Our Team

Wake County Department of Housing’s goal is to ensure that quality affordable housing is available for all Wake County residents. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for affordable housing development and preservation increases. Not only do more units of affordable housing need to be built, housing services must be provided to support families and individuals to access or maintain safe, decent, affordable housing. Affordable housing is also critical to preserving Wake County’s economic competitiveness by offering housing for workers at all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for its residents, and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth. The Department’s programs include Community Revitalization, Development Financing, Rental Assistance, Homeless Services, Community Outreach, Emergency Shelter, and Permanent Supportive Housing.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
• No specific experience required
• North Carolina Board of Nursing Licensed Registered Nurse
• CPR
• AED
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Master's Degree
• 3 Year Mental health, psychiatry, working with special needs, chronically homeless populations

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Experience working with individuals who are experiencing homelessness and living with severe mental illness, substance use disorders, and complex health issues
• Ability to develop rapport and trust with clients
• Knowledge of Harm Reduction and Motivational Interviewing in the context of physical and mental health
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to adapt contents and teaching methods to client’s level of education, cognitive ability and learning style
• Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries

About This Position

Location: Cornerstone Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm

Hiring Range: 28.92 - 49.16

Market Range: 28.92 - 49.16

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 3/20/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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