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Lake Cumberland District Health Department

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LCDHD Employment Opportunities

We are always seeking and hiring qualified individuals who are passionate about public health and want to make a direct, positive impact on the health and well-being of all Kentuckians.

Employment Openings

1. PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE I IN PULASKI COUNTY

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for a Full Time Public Health Nurse I for Pulaski County.

Description:

  • Provides entry-level nursing functions and services to individuals and families under close supervision in a clinic or community setting, focusing on the prevention of illness, injury or disability, the promotion of health and maintenance of the health of populations. The nurse in this classification would receive job specific training in the requirements and scope of practice of the various assigned health department programs and services.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience:  See special requirements.

Special Requirements:

  • Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state or provisional license in Kentucky, meeting all requirements of KRS 314.041 and approval to practice as Registered Nurse Applicant (RNA).

Starting Salary:  $20.30 – $25.24 Hourly – Grade 17

Closing Date:  7-1-2024

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit  https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Pulaski-County-Health-Center/Public-Health-Nurse-I_JR-10000013

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

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2. FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER I IN CASEY COUNTY

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for a Full Time Family Support Worker I for Casey County.

Description

  • Responsible for initiating and maintaining regular and long term contact and provide support to first time voluntary parents during the prenatal period and extending up to but not inclusive of the child’s second birthday. The entry-level incumbent would participate in on the job training programs to become knowledgeable in introducing parenting skills to empower families to make their own decisions while remaining non-judgmental of families they serve.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience: High School diploma for GED.

Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. Must have telephone accessibility. Must have reliable transportation and valid Driver’s License. Criminal background check.

Starting Salary: $13.50 – $16.79 Hourly. Grade 10

Closing Date:  7-1-2024

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Casey-County-Health-Center/Family-Support-Worker-I_JR-10000014

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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3. FAMILY SUPPORT WORKER I IN TAYLOR AND GREEN COUNTIES

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for a Full Time Family Support Worker I for Taylor and Green Counties.

Description

  • Responsible for initiating and maintaining regular and long term contact and provide support to first time voluntary parents during the prenatal period and extending up to but not inclusive of the child’s second birthday. The entry-level incumbent would participate in on the job training programs to become knowledgeable in introducing parenting skills to empower families to make their own decisions while remaining non-judgmental of families they serve.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience: High School diploma for GED.

Special Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. Must have telephone accessibility. Must have reliable transportation and valid Driver’s License. Criminal background check.

Starting Salary: $13.50 – $16.79 Hourly. Grade 10

Closing Date:  7-5-2024

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CHFS/job/Family-Support-Worker-I_JR-10000030-1

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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4.HANDS SPECIALIST I for Taylor and Green Counties

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for a HANDS Specialist I covering Taylor and Green Counties.

Description:

  • In the Health Access Nurturing Development Services (HANDS) program, responsible for reviewing clinic records and interviewing / conducting Parent Visit Assessment/Survey with parents (prenatal and/or immediately after the birth) to determine appropriate level of support from the community. Families facing challenges will be offered visits by a Family Support Worker, if the family opts out of participation they will be referred to appropriate community resources based on family needs

.Minimum Education, Training or Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Nursing, Early Childhood Education or a Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science related field may also be considered with one (1) year experience performing case management services.

Typical Working Conditions and unique physical requirements:

  • Work will require travel to family homes or within the community setting when not in the agency office.

Starting Salary: $17.04 – $21.19 Hourly Grade 14

Closing Date:  7-5-2024

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/CHFS/job/HANDS-Specialist-1_JR-10000031

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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5.HEALTH EDUCATOR I FOR ADAIR COUNTY

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for a Health Educator I for Adair County.

Description:

  • Orients core functions and essential services to the local health department, assists in the identification of community health needs, participates in health education program planning, promotes positive health behaviors and works to reduce or eliminate health risk behaviors, documents services provided in a professional manner and maintains confidentiality. Participates in the health education evaluation process, communicates effectively, develops and implements a plan of continued professional growth and development.

.Minimum Education, Training or Experience:

  • Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

Typical Working Conditions and unique physical requirements:

  • Work typically is spent inside the office or in a community setting.

Starting Salary: $18.07 – $22.46 Hourly Grade 15

Closing Date:  7-10-2024

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Adair-County-Health-Center/Health-Educator-I_JR-10000015

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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6.HEALTH EDUCATOR I FOR TAYLOR COUNTY

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for a Health Educator I for Taylor County.

Description:

  • Orients core functions and essential services to the local health department, assists in the identification of community health needs, participates in health education program planning, promotes positive health behaviors and works to reduce or eliminate health risk behaviors, documents services provided in a professional manner and maintains confidentiality. Participates in the health education evaluation process, communicates effectively, develops and implements a plan of continued professional growth and development.

.Minimum Education, Training or Experience:

  • Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

Typical Working Conditions and unique physical requirements:

  • Work typically is spent inside the office or in a community setting.

Starting Salary: $18.07 – $22.46 Hourly Grade 15

Closing Date:  7-10-2024

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Taylor-County-Health-Center/Health-Educator-I_JR-10000016

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded. Qualified applicants/employees are subject to pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.

RN-Public Health Nurse I

We accept applications at all times for our PHN registry.

The Lake Cumberland District Health Department is accepting applications for full-time RN– Local Health Nurse I positions.

LCDHD is accepting applications to establish a register for local health nurse positions within our 10-county service area.

Minimum Education, Training or Experience: See special requirements.

Special Requirements: Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state or provisional license in Kentucky, meeting all requirements of KRS 314.041 and approval to practice as Registered Nurse Applicant (RNA).

Starting Salary: Starting Salary:  $20.30 – $25.24 Hourly – Grade 17

For a full listing of qualifications and to apply for this position, visit  https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS/job/Pulaski-County-Health-Center/Public-Health-Nurse-I_JR-10000023

Transcripts must be provided before the close date if post-secondary education is required or may be substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.  Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing.  Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check.  Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants/employees are subject to a pre-screening, selection for interview, and/or demonstration of skills testing. Employment may be contingent upon a successful drug screening and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer.