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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.

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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.

Last updated : 2024-04-27