What are the responsibilities and job description for the HANDS Specialist I or II position at Green River District Health Department?
The Green River District Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time HANDS Specialist I or II workingwith parentsin our H.A.N.D.S program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conduct regular planned visits to establish a trusting rapport for voluntary eligible HANDS participants to assist parents and or families with child development, parenting skills, health services and other needed resources identified at assessment or during visits. Maintain confidentiality of program information obtained from home visits and exchanged while communicating with community and support service providers. Initiate and maintain regular and long-term contact and provide support to voluntary parents during the prenatal period and extending up to, but not inclusive of the child’s second birthday, following parent visit assessment. The responsibilities include home visits that may take place in the client’s home or another community site if justified, that include (a) monitoring of the child’s, mother’s and family’s progress by making referrals to community resources, such as prenatal health services, school, head start, etc. Tracking appointments to ensure they are being kept, performing follow-up services as identified and performing periodic evaluations of the participants changing needs, (b) preparation and maintenance of case records which shall be documented with contacts, services needed, reports and progress, (c) consultations and (d) crisis assistance. Confer with Program Coordinator and/or Supervisor in cases involving potential collaboration with other service providers. Performs other duties as assigned. NOTE: Applicant’s work location will be based on where they live in accordance with our health centers located in Daviess, Hancock, Henderson, McLean, Ohio, Union and Webster counties.
Minimum qualifications for HANDS Specialist I: A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Early Childhood Education or a bachelor’s degree in Human Services or closely related field. An associate’s degree in Nursing and has a current RN license in Kentucky or compact state with two (2) years of public health experience will substitute for the education. Meets education requirement per 902 KAR 4:120.
Compensation: $17.04 - $21.19/hr., salary may be negotiable according to merit system guidelines.
Minimum qualifications for HANDS Specialist II: A bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Nursing, Early Childhood Education or a bachelor’s degree in a Human Services related field may also be considered and two (2) years of professional experience in public or community health agency or similar capacity that would demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. An associate’s degree in Nursing and has a current RN license in Kentucky or compact state with two (2) years of public health experience will substitute for the education. Meets education requirements per 902 KAR 4:120. Must be a licensed Social Worker or licensed Registered Nurse in Kentucky or compact state to supervise and conduct performance evaluations for staff that deliver direct services.
Compensation: $19.15 - $23.81/hr., salary may be negotiable according to merit system guidelines.
Apply at https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/CHFS. Online applications, including all work history and transcripts, must be submitted by February 25, 2025. A resume’ does not take the place of an application. NOTE: Transcripts must be uploaded before the closing date of the advertisement if post-secondary education is required or maybe substituted for experience. Transcripts must list the degree awarded.Pre-employment screenings (criminal record check, drug screen, etc.) will be a part of the selection process. EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.04 - $23.81 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $21
