Assessment specialist

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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 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.

Last updated : 2024-05-30