Key Facts

Remote From:

Indiana (USA) , North Carolina (USA)

Category: Community Engagement Manager

Full time

Mid-level (2-5 years)

English

Roles & Responsibilities

Bachelor’s degree
Three years of experience with community-based organizations or diverse populations
Valid driver’s license
Must reside in North Carolina and within Region 5 of Trillium’s catchment area

Requirements:

Develop and lead a comprehensive regional community engagement strategy aligned with NC ROOTS priorities
Build and manage a robust CBO and community partner network across the region
Design mechanisms to capture and integrate community input into program design
Facilitate alignment between community partners and healthcare providers

Trillium Health Resources

Insurance

About Trillium Health Resources

Trillium Health Resources manages specialty behavioral health care for eastern North Carolinians across 28 counties. Trillium is committed to transforming lives and building community well-being through partnership, access to services and proven solutions designed to help those we serve reach their fullest potential. Everyone on Trillium’s staff--our care managers, call center, claims agents, project managers, and IT staff--all contribute to this mission. We offer a challenging, engaging work environment where staff take home more than a paycheck. Our performance management plan includes regular check-ins to examine individual employee goals and professional development plan. Our departments work on cross-functional, short-term projects and long ranging initiatives. Every day we see the results of our dedication, in the smiles of children on our accessible playgrounds and pride on the face of an adult cooking a meal for the first time. By joining Trillium, you are doing more than going to work…you are transforming lives. We help those with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, and substance use disorders (Medicaid members and state-funded recipients) get the services they need to improve well-being and live fulfilling lives. We are dedicated to carrying out our mission by investing in the health and well-being of the communities we serve and empowering individuals with access to services, tools and resources to live a fulfilling life. Trillium reserves the right to hide material (comments, images and/or links to other sites) that contains anything vulgar or sexually explicit; is spam; advocates or depicts illegal activity; targets or disparages any ethnic, racial, other type of group; contains personal attacks of any kind; promotes private business ventures, services, or products; campaigns for public office or promotes a political organization; infringes on copyrights or trademarks; or is off topic.

Company type: SME

Industry: Insurance

Founded: 2018

Company size: 501 - 1000

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Job description

Pay Plan Title: Unit Director

Working Title: NC ROOTS Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Salary Range: $87,652 - $117,232

Office Location: Remote in North Carolina and within Region 5 of Trillium’s catchment area (See requirements section for included counties)

POSTING DETAILS:

Make an Impact

Trillium Health Resources is a Tailored Plan and Managed Care Organization (MCO) serving 46 counties across North Carolina. We manage services for individuals with serious mental health needs, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and intellectual/development (IDD) disabilities. Our mission is to help individuals and families build strong foundations for healthy, fulfilling lives.

Why Work for Us?

Trillium believes that empowering others begins with supporting our team. We offer our employees:

A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Competitive benefits and work-from-home options for most positions
Opportunities for professional growth in a diverse inclusive culture

Every day, our work changes lives – from children thriving through early intervention and school-based therapies, to adults with severe mental illness living independently and contributing to their communities.

If you are looking for a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of others, apply today!

What We’re Looking For

Trillium Health Resources has a career opening for an NC ROOTS Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships to join our team! The Director of Community Engagement & Partnerships is responsible for building, activating, and sustaining a high-performing network of community-based organizations (CBOs), local stakeholders, and community leaders to support the successful implementation of the NC ROOTS Hub. This role ensures that community voice is not only represented but operationalized into program design, implementation, and outcomes. The Director serves as the bridge between the Hub and the community—driving trust, alignment, and accountability across diverse partners.

*Recruitment for this position is being conducted in anticipation of program funding approval. The position is contingent upon receipt and continuation of funding through the NC Roots effective June 1, 2026. The organization reserves the right to delay hiring, modify, or withdraw the position based on funding status.

On a typical day, you might:

Develop and lead a comprehensive regional community engagement strategy aligned with NC ROOTS priorities.
Build and manage a robust CBO and community partner network across the region.
Design mechanisms to capture and integrate community input into Regional Needs Assessment, Hub Action Plan, and ongoing program design and refinement.
Work with partners to ensure effective outreach, recruitment, and retention of participants.
Track partner engagement, participation, and outcomes.
Facilitate alignment between community partners and healthcare providers and systems; public health agencies; and social service organizations.

Employee Benefits:

Trillium knows that work/life balance is essential. That’s why we offer:

Typical working hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; flexible work schedules with some roles with management approval.
Work-from-home options available for most positions
Health Insurance with no premium for employee coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
24 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 12 paid holidays in your first year
NC Local Government Retirement Pension (defined-benefit plan) https://www.myncretirement.gov/systems-funds/local-governmental-employees-retirement-system-lgers/lgers-handbook
401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience working with community-based organizations or diverse populations, including experience in community engagement, partnership development, program implementation, managing or supporting multi-partner initiatives or networks.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must reside in North Carolina and within Region 5 of Trillium’s catchment area, which includes the following counties: Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Lee, Montgomery, Moore, New Hanover, Pender, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson, and Scotland.

Preferred:

Master’s degree in Public Health, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field.
Supervision of two (2) or more employees.
Experience working in rural communities or North Carolina regions.
Experience with grant-funded or publicly funded programs.
Familiarity with healthcare systems, Medicaid populations, or public health initiatives.
Experience supporting CHW, doula, or community workforce models.

Deadline for Application: Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:59pm.

How to Apply

To be considered, submit your application and resume through our ADP Career Center. Your resume must include:

Employer name, dates of service (month/year), average hours worked per week, and essential job duties
Education details (degree type, date awarded, institution, field of study)
Licensure/certification information, if applicable

After submission, your resume will be reviewed to ensure it meets the essential criteria for the position. You’ll be notified by HR regarding your application status as appropriate. All applicants will receive a final update once the recruitment cycle closes.

Join our Talent Community through ADP to stay informed about future opportunities. Be sure to keep your resume updated in your profile.

Trillium Health Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and a drug-free workplace. All candidates must pass a drug test as a condition of employment.

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