Community Health Peer
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 25, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Community Health Peer
Requisition Number
DU11228
Department Name
8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion
Work Location
Kentucky
Salary Range
$20.00/hr
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
None
Required Related Experience
• Experience working with youth in school or community setting is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in public speaking is preferred.
• Be highly motivated, energetic, dependable and knowledgeable.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
None
Shift
Monday – Friday
8 am – 5 pm
20 – 25 hours a week. Shifts will vary.
Please include your availability
Job Summary
Position objective: to provide prevention services to youth, families, and community members in Fayette County and Jefferson County, Kentucky.
Position description: Supervised by the program director, the community health educator works in schools and communities to facilitate prevention services based on the EMPOWER framework, which include:
Required related experience: ADD Experience working with diverse communities is preferred, but not required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
• Pre-employment criminal background check, employment background check, as required by school districts.
Deadline to Apply
08/31/2024
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
Community Health Peer
Requisition Number
DU11228
Department Name
8G040:Kinesiology - Health Promotion
Work Location
Kentucky
Salary Range
$20.00/hr
Type of Position
Temporary
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
None
Required Related Experience
• Experience working with youth in school or community setting is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in public speaking is preferred.
• Be highly motivated, energetic, dependable and knowledgeable.
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
None
Shift
Monday – Friday
8 am – 5 pm
20 – 25 hours a week. Shifts will vary.
Please include your availability
Job Summary
Position objective: to provide prevention services to youth, families, and community members in Fayette County and Jefferson County, Kentucky.
Position description: Supervised by the program director, the community health educator works in schools and communities to facilitate prevention services based on the EMPOWER framework, which include:
- Prevention education
- Tailored information dissemination
- Empowerment and community capacity building
- Professional development
- Cessation Accessibility
Required related experience: ADD Experience working with diverse communities is preferred, but not required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
• Pre-employment criminal background check, employment background check, as required by school districts.
Deadline to Apply
08/31/2024
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
- Resume
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
- Academic Transcript
- Specific Request 1
