HANDS Specialist II

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  Perform advanced level functions in the Health Access Nurturing Development Services (HANDS) program providing Parent Visit Assessment/Survey with parents (prenatal and/or immediately after the birth) to determine appropriate level of support from the community. Fully trained and knowledgeable with time spent in assistance to local program coordinator or supervisor which may include recommendations to policy and procedure interpretation and development, documentation, organization networking and staff assistance or training and representation of the department.

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  Perform work with increasing independence and may assume mentoring of program staff that provides home visitation or parent visit assessments of eligible clients involving infant and toddlers from birth up to three (3) years of age. Provide advanced assistance to the public or program and office staff in areas of expertise, may participate in on site visits, review and preparation of reports and records to ensure accountability and effectiveness. Interpret and implement policies and procedures and may participate or make recommendations for improvement of services. Prepares program plans, policy manuals and other informational materials for distribution to staff, patients, clients and the general public to meet federal, state and agency compliance. Maintain a collaborative relationship; represent the department on inter-agency councils and committees and attends meetings or conferences relating to area of responsibility. May supervise or mentor staff (intended for small counties or minimal staff) as long as 902 KAR 4:120 requirements are meet. May conduct Home visits when necessary.

• Must be a licensed Social Worker or licensed Registered Nurse in Kentucky or compact state to supervise and conduct performance evaluations for staff that delivers direct services.

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

• Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency’s policies.

• • A Master’s degree in Human Services may substitute for the one (1) year of experience.

• Two (2) years of professional experience in public or community health agency or similar capacity that would demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Associate degree in Nursing with licensure in Kentucky or a compact state and two (2) years of public health experience will substitute for education.

THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D