NC ROOTS Regional Head of Chronic Disease Management Program Dev

Pay Plan Title: Unit Manager
Working Title: NC ROOTS Regional Head of Chronic Disease Management Program Development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Posting Salary Range: $67,632 - $90,457
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 Regional Head of Chronic Disease Management Program Development Manager to join our team! The Regional Head of Chronic Disease Management Program Development is responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing a comprehensive, region-wide approach to chronic disease prevention and management under the NC ROOTS Hub. This role focuses on high-burden conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and chronic kidney disease, with an emphasis on integrating clinical care, care management, and community-based supports to improve outcomes and reduce avoidable utilization. As a Registered Nurse (RN) leader, this individual brings clinical credibility and practical care delivery insight to ensure programs are evidence-based, operationally feasible, and scalable across diverse providers and communities.

  • 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:

  • Lead development of a regional chronic disease management strategy aligned with NC ROOTS priorities.
  • Design workflows that reflect real-world care delivery, including care management and care coordination models, patient education and self-management support, medication adherence strategies, and transitions of care (e.g., hospital to home).
  • Align chronic disease programs with community-based services, including Community Health Workers (CHWs), Nutrition and Food is Medicine programs, and social services addressing social drivers of health.
  • Define and track key performance indicators, including disease control measures (e.g., A1c, blood pressure), hospitalizations and ED utilization, medication adherence, and patient engagement and retention.
  • Identify gaps in care management and chronic disease workforce capacity.

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)
  • 401k with 5% employer match and immediate vesting
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
  • Quarterly stipend for remote work supplies

Qualifications

Required:
  • Associate’s degree in Nursing and three (3) years of experience in chronic disease management, care management, or population health, including experience designing or implementing care management or chronic disease programs; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and one (1) year of experience in chronic disease management, care management, or population health, including experience designing or implementing care management or chronic disease programs; OR
  • Equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • Fully licensed by the North Carolina State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN).
  • 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 Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related Health or Human Services field.
  • Supervision of two (2) or more employees.
  • Experience in Medicaid populations and/or rural health settings.
  • Experience working across healthcare systems and community-based organizations.
  • Experience with quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, PDSA).
  • Familiarity with North Carolina healthcare landscape.

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

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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