What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Advocate (Non-Exempt) position at Kentucky Department for Public Health?
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02 / 04 / 2025 12 : 00 AM
Pay Grade : Grade 10
Salary :
13.50 - $16.79 Hourly
Time Type : Full time
Health Department :
Floyd County Health Department
Summary :
Position Summary : As a Health Advocate for the PrEP / HIV grant this position will support the implementation and management of harm reduction services, including Syringe Services Programs (SSP), and provide navigation services to ensure linkage to HIV and viral hepatitis prevention, testing, treatment, and care services.
If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Bethany Pigman at bethanyl.pigman@fchdky.org.
Description :
Implement and manage SSP services.
- Provide education on safer injection practices and reversing drug overdoses.
- Distribute testing kits for HIV and viral hepatitis.
- Offer navigation services to connect clients to care.
- Conduct community outreach and education sessions.
- Participate in mobile education and prevention programs.
Minimum Educational Requirements : High school graduate or GED.
Minimum Experience Requirements : Experience in community outreach, health education, or related fields.
Credentials / Licensure : N / A
Number of Hours per Week : 37.5 hours @ $17.60 / hour
An Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / D
Salary : $14 - $17