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Disability Program Specialist II/RISE

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Disability Program Specialist II/RISE
Requisition Number RE50129
Working Title 1915(i) Assessor
Department Name 40526:Interdisciplinary Human Develo
Work Location Frankfort, KY
Grade Level 45
Salary Range $47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
While there are physical, psychosocial and cognitive requirements of the position, the job duties can be accommodated for essential functions being completed in a variety of ways.
Shift
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm – Days, occasional weekends and evenings.
Job Summary
The Human Development Institute (HDI) at the University of Kentucky is seeking to fill a Disability Program Specialist II position. This position will work as an 1915i Assessor on the 1915i Recovery Independence Support Engagement (RISE) initiative.

This position will:
  • Provide individual assessments and other supports to the 1915i RISE initiative and its participants.
  • Promote development of quality services for individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or Substance Misuse or Use (SMU)/ Substance Use Disorder (SUD) diagnoses.


Work related travel is a requirement of this position.

This position will advance HDI’s mission and strategic plan. In alignment with HDI core values, this position will contribute to a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Further details will be discussed during the hiring process for the chosen applicants.

Please ensure all uploaded documents are accessible documents.

Multiple positions available.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Degree in Behavioral Health or Human Services.
Experience providing service coordination or linking referrals to community based services.
Deadline to Apply 06/24/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Are you willing to travel extensively each week?
    • yes
    • no
  2. * Do you have experience working with individuals and their families in a direct support or case management role?
    • yes
    • no
  3. * Are you able to work independently with minimal supervision?
    • yes
    • no
  4. * How would you describe your team skills, specifically working as part of a team that is spread out in various locations?

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * How do you build collaboration between parties that may not agree or get along?

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents