Job TitleTargeted Assessment SpecialistRequisition NumberRE50714Working TitleTargeted Assessment Specialist - Perry CountyDepartment Name7H090:CENTER ON DRUG & ALCOHOL RESEAWork LocationHazard, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$43,805-70,075/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting; driving.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM (40 hrs/wk).
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 office in Perry County, 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
MS Windows, Excel, entering data into a web-based system
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree plus 3 years of related experience in social work, counseling/treatment, case management, and other supportive services or equivalent; Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply07/08/2025Our University Community
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