Family Mentor at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Family Mentor
Requisition Number	RE49734
Working Title	Family Mentor - Campbell County
Department Name	8T110:College of Social Work
Work Location	Newport, KY
Grade Level	40
Salary Range	$15.30-24.50/hour
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:	https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience	2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification	Drivers License.
Physical Requirements	Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; pushing, pulling, carrying objects up to 25 lbs.; performing repetitive motion tasks; regular job-related travel.
Shift	Monday-Friday; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. (37.5 hrs./week). Flexible schedule as needed.
Job Summary	This position is 100% grant funded and the primary work location is in Campbell County, KY. The College of Social Work Training Resource Center is seeking a Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team (START) Family Mentor to serve in Campbell County. Family Mentors, in collaboration with DCBS social workers and the Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team (START), are responsible for providing mentoring to clients receiving substance abuse treatment. Family Mentors will serve as team members in planning, supporting and implementing strategies for prevention and building strong partnerships with community providers to help parents. Family Mentors assess client situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Customer service skills are necessary; and extensive driving is required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	Preference will be given to candidates with unique life experiences applicable to the position.
Deadline to Apply	04/09/2025
Our University Community	We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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 (*).

1. * Do you have experience serving as a Family Mentor for the START program?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a valid drivers license?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * I understand that the primary work location for this position is in Campbell County, Kentucky.
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

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