STEPS Kinship Navigator (Jefferson County) at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky
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Job Description:
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details
| Job Title | STEPS Kinship Navigator (Jefferson County) |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | TE08272 |
| Department Name | 8T110:College of Social Work |
| Work Location | Louisville, KY |
| Salary Range | $20 - $30/hr |
| Type of Position | Temporary |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | BA or educational equivalency |
| Required Related Experience | |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | N/A |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting for extended periods of time; typing/bending/sitting/twisting; lifting/pushing/pulling objects up to 20lbs |
| Shift | Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm; some occasional weekends/evenings |
| Job Summary | The College of Social Work (CoSW) at the University of Kentucky (UK) invites applicants for several openings as STEPS Kinship Navigator . This position will work in concert with Kentucky Kinship Resource Center (KKRC) program staff, Centers & Labs program administrators, Department of Community Based Services (DCBS), and the Kinship Navigator Supervisor to provide consultation and guidance to caregivers caring for children in a kinship (relative or fictive kin) placement. This position will be housed in a DCBS Regional Office. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion and commitment to kinship caregiving in Kentucky and a desire to support this population. Some travel to caregiver homes within the region may be required. Essential Core Functions
Administrative Duties
*Please note: We are only accepting applications for Jefferson County at this time. A map of the service regions is available for review here: https://www.chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/dsr/Documents/sraregionalmap.pdf |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Public relations; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Working in partnership with various and diverse groups; Excellent interpersonal skills with various and diverse groups; Critical Thinking; Planning and Coordination; Attention to Detail |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | |
| Deadline to Apply | 09/30/2024 |
| Our University Community | 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 - 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 check and/or drug screen. |
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Required Documents
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