Targeted Assessment Specialist
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 17, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Targeted Assessment Specialist
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Targeted Assessment Specialist
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please explain your interest in this position.
(Open Ended Question) - * I understand that this position will work out of the Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) office in Hazard, KY.
- Yes
- No
- * Do you understand the application must include all education & paid work experience in order to be included in UK HR's calculation of total education & experience when determining a salary offer?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
