Target4 Project Director/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Project Management
Posted on May 7, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Target4 Project Director/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45231
Working Title
Target4 Associate Director - Western Territory
Department Name
H5001: Pharmacy Services- KIRP
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA/MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
This position will require driving across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Shift
8am – 4:30pm, evenings/weekends as needed.
Job Summary
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western territory will facilitate the implementation of the Target4 project through the defined territories in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This position will direct the efforts of regional teams within the territory to integrate Ryan White HIV/ AIDS Program early intervention services, HIV targeted testing, outreach, linkage to care and health education and risk reduction counseling services in concert with syringe exchange program hours and through outreach activities within the region and in partnership with collaborating agencies, as applicable. This position will serve as a liaison and point of contact between the Target4 Project and the program's partnering local health departments (independents & districts) and state/community agencies within the territory to ensure the integration of HIV targeted testing and program services within currently offered services. This position will develop additional relationships and partnerships in order to expand services to vulnerable populations throughout the defined community. This position, along with KIRP program leadership, will collaborate with the Kentucky Department of Health and HIV Prevention Branch on coordinating services. This position will direct special projects as requested and will assisting in exploring and applying for additional funding opportunities to expand services as needed.
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western Territory will supervise, train, manage and evaluate 3-5 regional team leads (directly) and approximately 30 field staff (health education coordinators, health education coordinator associates, and peer prevention specialists – indirectly). This position will facilitate the hiring process and onboarding of new staff within the territory. The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western territory will work with the regional team leads to integrate Ryan White HIV/ AIDS Program Early Intervention Services, HIV targeted testing, outreach, linkage to care, and health education and Risk Reduction counseling services in concert with syringe exchange program hours and through outreach activities within the region and in partnership with collaborating agencies, as applicable. This position will direct team leads and field staff within the territory in reaching decisions on complex clients and will facilitate staff meetings and individual consultations on at least a bimonthly basis. The Project Associate Director of the western Territory will assist the KIRP Project Director in preparing performance reports and monthly data reports. This position will complete annual personnel evaluations for the Target4 Regional Team Leaders within the territory and interpret HR and other relevant policies to assigned personnel.
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western Territory will ensure the Target4 team has the tools necessary (test kits, pamphlets, books, sharps containers, condoms, client incentives) to perform job duties. This position will communicate with the KIRP administrative/financial team to ensure access to program supplies in order to fully incorporate services. This position will direct regional staff within the territory to establish a referral system of community resources with health care and social services providers.
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western Territory will lead, facilitate, and coordinate trainings to Target4 Project staff. This position will ensure ongoing training and continuing education opportunities to ensure program staff develop the skill sets necessary to provide services to hard to reach and complex clients. This position will provide feedback on Target4 Project data collected and facilitate process improvements when necessary within the territory. The Associate Director of the western Territory will provide internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students and provide education and training to community partners about services offered through the Target4 Project within the territory.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows (Word, Excel, Access (or other database experience), Outlook
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, or Human Development
Deadline to Apply
05/13/2024
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
Target4 Project Director/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE45231
Working Title
Target4 Associate Director - Western Territory
Department Name
H5001: Pharmacy Services- KIRP
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
12
Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA/MS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
6 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
This position will require driving across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Shift
8am – 4:30pm, evenings/weekends as needed.
Job Summary
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western territory will facilitate the implementation of the Target4 project through the defined territories in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This position will direct the efforts of regional teams within the territory to integrate Ryan White HIV/ AIDS Program early intervention services, HIV targeted testing, outreach, linkage to care and health education and risk reduction counseling services in concert with syringe exchange program hours and through outreach activities within the region and in partnership with collaborating agencies, as applicable. This position will serve as a liaison and point of contact between the Target4 Project and the program's partnering local health departments (independents & districts) and state/community agencies within the territory to ensure the integration of HIV targeted testing and program services within currently offered services. This position will develop additional relationships and partnerships in order to expand services to vulnerable populations throughout the defined community. This position, along with KIRP program leadership, will collaborate with the Kentucky Department of Health and HIV Prevention Branch on coordinating services. This position will direct special projects as requested and will assisting in exploring and applying for additional funding opportunities to expand services as needed.
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western Territory will supervise, train, manage and evaluate 3-5 regional team leads (directly) and approximately 30 field staff (health education coordinators, health education coordinator associates, and peer prevention specialists – indirectly). This position will facilitate the hiring process and onboarding of new staff within the territory. The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western territory will work with the regional team leads to integrate Ryan White HIV/ AIDS Program Early Intervention Services, HIV targeted testing, outreach, linkage to care, and health education and Risk Reduction counseling services in concert with syringe exchange program hours and through outreach activities within the region and in partnership with collaborating agencies, as applicable. This position will direct team leads and field staff within the territory in reaching decisions on complex clients and will facilitate staff meetings and individual consultations on at least a bimonthly basis. The Project Associate Director of the western Territory will assist the KIRP Project Director in preparing performance reports and monthly data reports. This position will complete annual personnel evaluations for the Target4 Regional Team Leaders within the territory and interpret HR and other relevant policies to assigned personnel.
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western Territory will ensure the Target4 team has the tools necessary (test kits, pamphlets, books, sharps containers, condoms, client incentives) to perform job duties. This position will communicate with the KIRP administrative/financial team to ensure access to program supplies in order to fully incorporate services. This position will direct regional staff within the territory to establish a referral system of community resources with health care and social services providers.
The Target4 Project Associate Director of the western Territory will lead, facilitate, and coordinate trainings to Target4 Project staff. This position will ensure ongoing training and continuing education opportunities to ensure program staff develop the skill sets necessary to provide services to hard to reach and complex clients. This position will provide feedback on Target4 Project data collected and facilitate process improvements when necessary within the territory. The Associate Director of the western Territory will provide internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students and provide education and training to community partners about services offered through the Target4 Project within the territory.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows (Word, Excel, Access (or other database experience), Outlook
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree in Public Health, Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, or Human Development
Deadline to Apply
05/13/2024
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 (*).
- * Describe your experience supervising employees.
(Open Ended Question) - * Please describe your experience providing health education counseling.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience working with persons with substance abuse disorder.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe an encounter when you assisted a difficult or disgruntled client.
(Open Ended Question) - * This position requires driving defined service areas within the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Are you aware of this requirement?
- Yes
- No
- * This position may require working evenings and weekends. Are you aware of this requirement?
- Yes
- No
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
