Updated: 28 days ago
Location: Hazard, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title | Targeted Assessment Specialist |
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Requisition Number | RE43704 |
Working Title | Perry County TAS |
Department Name | 7H090:CENTER ON DRUG & ALCOHOL RESEA |
Work Location | Hazard, KY |
Grade Level | 44 |
Salary Range | $43,361-69,383/year |
Type of Position | Staff |
Position Time Status | Full-Time |
Required Education | MA |
Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
Required License/Registration/Certification | None |
Physical Requirements | Sitting; driving |
Shift | Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 pm. (40 hours/week). |
Job Summary | Skilled professional needed to join the University of Kentucky (UK) Targeted Assessment Program (TAP). We are looking for a team member with strong clinical and case management skills. Candidates should be passionate about helping others and advocating for those in need. The TAP Specialist will be a UK employee co-housed at the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) office in Hazard, KY. Duties include: conducting participant assessments in the areas of substance use, mental health, intimate partner violence victimization, learning problems, and basic needs; connecting program participants with services and resources; providing follow-up to support improved outcomes; and collaborating with community partners. UK offers an excellent benefits package which consists of ample holiday/vacation and sick leave, health insurance, retirement plans with a generous 200% employer match, and tuition assistance for eligible employees and their family members. TAP staff receive comprehensive training, supervision, and coaching to enhance job satisfaction and promote healthy work/life balance. TAP is sponsored by the KY Cabinet for Health and Family Services through a contract with the University and is supported with Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) funds. |
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Master’s degree plus 3 years of related experience in social work, counseling, case management, and other supportive services. |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
Preferred Education/Experience | Master’s degree plus 3 years of related experience in social work, counseling, case management, and other supportive services. |
Deadline to Apply | 05/30/2024 |
University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
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