Targeted Assessment Specialist
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 26, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Targeted Assessment Specialist
Requisition Number
RE45079
Working Title
Martin County TAP Specialist
Department Name
7H090:CENTER ON DRUG & ALCOHOL RESEA
Work Location
Inez, 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 p.m. (40 hrs/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-located at the Department for Community Based Services office in Inez, KY to provide TAP services in Martin County. The Specialist will also provide services in Magoffin County.
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. Travel is reimbursed. 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.
It is very important that you provide a comprehensive and detailed Work History in this section.
Information on a resume or CV cannot be substituted for completing the application fields. The data you provide within the Work History application fields will be used to determine related experience and salary offers, so please include each position you have held. Multiple job titles with the same employer must have separate entries. Please provide details of your Job Duties, Start and End Dates, Hours Worked, and Pay.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows, Excel, entering data into a web-based system
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree plus related experience in social work, counseling/treatment, case management, and other supportive services or equivalent; Driver's license preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/23/2024
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
RE45079
Working Title
Martin County TAP Specialist
Department Name
7H090:CENTER ON DRUG & ALCOHOL RESEA
Work Location
Inez, 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 p.m. (40 hrs/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-located at the Department for Community Based Services office in Inez, KY to provide TAP services in Martin County. The Specialist will also provide services in Magoffin County.
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. Travel is reimbursed. 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.
It is very important that you provide a comprehensive and detailed Work History in this section.
Information on a resume or CV cannot be substituted for completing the application fields. The data you provide within the Work History application fields will be used to determine related experience and salary offers, so please include each position you have held. Multiple job titles with the same employer must have separate entries. Please provide details of your Job Duties, Start and End Dates, Hours Worked, and Pay.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows, Excel, entering data into a web-based system
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree plus related experience in social work, counseling/treatment, case management, and other supportive services or equivalent; Driver's license preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/23/2024
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 (*).
- * Do you understand this position will be located at the Department for Community Based Services office in Inez, KY and will provide TAP services in Martin and Magoffin counties?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe the reasons for your interest in this position.
(Open Ended Question) - * What do you consider your strengths to be?
(Open Ended Question) - * 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
- * Describe your experience working independently with limited on-site supervision and peer support.
(Open Ended Question) - * University of Kentucky College of Medicine recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK College of Medicine, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK College of Medicine values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * University of Kentucky College of Medicine seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK College of Medicine Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes.
- No.
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
