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University of Kentucky Hiring for TAP OUD Project Director Job at Lexington, KY Full Time
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Posting Details
Job Title
TAP OUD Project Director
Requisition Number
RE34133
Working Title
Department Name
7H090:CENTER ON DRUG & ALCOHOL RESEA
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
48
Salary Range
$61,693-101,795/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:
http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods.
Repetitive motion.
Job-related travel.
Repetitive motion.
Job-related travel.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Job Summary
The Targeted Assessment Program Opioid Use Disorder (TAP OUD) Project Director is responsible for managing and directing a project designed to reduce barriers to treatment, increase access to evidence-based treatment and other community services, & increase treatment retention. The target population is low income parents served in Kentucky’s public assistance and child welfare programs with or at risk for opioid use disorders. The Project Director is responsible for implementation, oversight, reporting, and for management of three supervisors and 12 professional staff. TAP OUD is supported by Kentucky’s State Opioid Response (SOR) grant with funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) through a contract between the University and Kentucky’s Department for Community Based Services. This position will work remotely with occasional travel to UK, project sites, and the state sponsor.
This position will work a hybrid schedule.
There is an internal employee being considered.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows, MS Office, Excel, web experience. Experience in research, administration and project management. Driver’s license preferred
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s degree; clinical experience helping individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders; supervisory experience
Deadline to Apply
05/29/2022
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.