University of Kentucky Hiring for Prevention Program Coordinator at Lexington, KY Full Time

Job Title Prevention Program Coordinator

Requisition Number RE32280

Working Title Patient Advocacy Manager

Department Name 7H023:KENTUCKY COMMUNITY CANCER PROG

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 45

Salary Range $46,342-76,461/year

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

MA

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Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion, some standing or walking.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm, some evenings & weekends may be required

Job Summary

The Markey Cancer Center (MCC) Community Impact Office is recruiting a Prevention Program Coordinator to develop, establish and manage the Patient Advocacy Program under Kentucky Cancer Program East. This person will have the ability to communicate with individuals who have diverse needs using a great deal of sensitivity and tact to establish, build, and maintain linkages with advocates, researchers, and key stakeholders. This position will recruit and train a growing group of diverse patient advocates (survivors and co-survivors/caregivers), as well as train researchers to collaborate with patient advocates. This person will establish and maintain partnerships with patient advocates and researchers, providing opportunities to work together in informing research to improve cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and survivorship. This position will be involved in patient-focused cancer care research, help to facilitate patient advocate engagement in basic, clinical, and population research that responds to community needs and priorities, address barriers to research study participation, develop lay summaries of research studies, and advise researchers on incorporating patient-centered strategies into their research studies. This person will plan and facilitate meetings, workshops, events, and other activities focused on educational advocacy, policy advocacy and survivorship.

This position will have a fully onsite work arrangement.

IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position 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 CV.

To view our exceptional benefits, please visit https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits.

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, the University of Kentucky is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Program management, and partnering with communities, patients, and researchers. Knowledge/experience with cancer research. Skills in team-building, managing multiple priorities among researchers and patient partners with diverse needs. Basic technology and Microsoft skills. Excellent verbal, written and listening skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s degree in Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, or another health-related field. A cumulative of five years’ experience and skills in the areas of Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration

Deadline to Apply 04/12/2022

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.