Community Health Worker
Requisition Number:RE45976
Working Title:Community Health Worker
Department Name:7H023:KENTUCKY COMMUNITY CANCER PROG
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Grade Level:40
Salary Range:$15.15-24.26/hour
Type of Position:Staff
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:: Required Related Experience:1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification:None
Physical Requirements:Sitting for extended periods of time; lifting up to 50 lbs.; computer and telephone work, intermittent travel, repetitive motion
Shift:Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, some evenings and weekends may be required.
Job Summary:The Kentucky Cancer Program (KCP) at Markey Cancer Center is recruiting a Community Health Worker which will be part of the Community Impact Office. This person will establish and maintain relationships and partnerships with community organizations to promote health equity. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the African American population of the greater Lexington area. This candidate will form collaborations and expand KCP’s partnerships with African American community leaders, organizations and community members to identify needs and priorities related to cancer and health equity. This person will work in the field to conduct outreach and engagement activities that promote cancer prevention and cancer screenings among African Americans and underserved communities. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.
This position will have an onsite work arrangement. IMPORTANT: Resumes and CVs cannot be substituted for a completed application. Incomplete applications could disqualify you from being considered for this position. If the information on your resume is not entered on the application, this will prevent us from being able to assess your education and experience when trying to determine a salary offer. To be considered you must fully complete the online application being sure to only put one (1) job title for each entry (multiple job titles for one employer must have separate entries), the # of hours worked per week and your ending salary. You will also be required to upload a cover letter and resume. To view our exceptional benefits, please visit . Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:MS Windows (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :No
Preferred Education/Experience:At least 2 years of related experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply:07/14/2024
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.