HANDS Specialist II

C024 Christian County Health Department; Kentucky; On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christian County Health Department is seeking a qualified professional to perform advanced HANDS program duties, conducting Parent Visit Assessments with expectant and new parents to determine needed community support. The role requires licensure in social work or nursing and state-approved credentials.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff in small counties, policy interpretation, and helping prepare program plans and materials for compliance.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in public or community health.
• Licensed Social Worker or licensed Registered Nurse in Kentucky or a compact state.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced HANDS program functions, including Parent Visit Assessments/Survey.
• Mentor or supervise staff as applicable for small counties.
• Interpret and implement policies; contribute to program improvements.

Skills

Case management

Public health knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Nursing/ECE

Master’s degree in Human Services may substitute for 1 year experience

Associate degree in Nursing with Kentucky license (or compact state)

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 10/03/2026 12:00 AM Pay Grade: Grade 16 Salary: $19.15 - $23.82 Hourly Time Type: Full time Health Department: Christian County Health Department

Summary: 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. If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Jarrod Cato at [e-mail].

Description

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS CHARACTERISTICS OF A CLASS: ARE GENERAL STATEMENTS INDICATING THE LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND DISCRETION OF POSITIONS IN THAT JOB CLASSIFICATION.

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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ARE COMPREHENSIVE STATEMENTS OF THE MINIMUM BACKGROUND AS TO EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS WHICH WILL BE REQUIRED IN ALL CASES AS EVIDENCE OF AN APPOINTEE'S ABILITY TO PERFORM THE WORK PROPERLY.

• EDUCATION: Option 1: Bachelor’s degree must be in Social Work, Nursing or Early Childhood Education.
• - OR - Option 2: A Bachelor’s degree in a Social or Behavioral Science related field may also be considered with one (1) year experience performing case management services.
• 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.
• SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE EDUCATION: A Master’s degree in Human Services may substitute for the one (1) year of experience.
• EXPERIENCE: Associate degree in Nursing with licensure in Kentucky or a compact state and two (2) years of public health experience will substitute for education.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.) 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.
• POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASS WILL BE REQUIRED TO OBTAIN CREDENTIALS OUTLINED BELOW WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, OR IF EMPLOYEES POSSESS SUCH CREDENTIALS AT THE TIME OF HIRE THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THOSE CREDENTIALS SO LONG AS THEY ARE EMPLOYED IN THIS CAPACITY. (None)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS DESCRIBING WHAT THE DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF ANY POSITION SHALL BE AND ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LIMITING THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY'S ABILITY TO ADD TO, OR OTHERWISE ALTER THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A POSITION.

• 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.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

INCUMBENTS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL TYPICALLY PERFORM THEIR PRIMARY JOB DUTIES UNDER THESE CONDITIONS. THESE CONDITIONS MAY CHANGE ON OCCASION IN PERFORMING THE DUTIES OF AN INDIVIDUAL POSITION. Work will require travel to family homes or within the community setting when not in the agency office.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

DATE CLASS ESTABLISHED: 09-06-2010 DATE OF LAST REVISION: 10-03-2022

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 Come for a job. Stay for a career. Make a difference for a lifetime.

The Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH) is responsible for developing and operating state public health programs and activities for the citizens of Kentucky. The mission of DPH is to improve the health and safety of people in Kentucky through prevention, promotion and protection. The department oversees programs designed to improve the lives of citizens and visitors through prevention of negative health outcomes, promotion of healthy lifestyles and protection from diseases, injury and environmental health impacts. DPH has almost 150 different programs to help Kentuckians become healthier in cooperation with its partners such as local health departments, universities, private providers, etc. To support many of these programs, the department relies on high-quality data to guide decision making at the state and local levels such as the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Immunization Registry and Office of Vital Statistics. The department is organized into seven divisions with the Commissioner's Office providing oversight and support for the divisions and programs. The Office of Health Equity and the Public Health Nursing Office are located in the Commissioner's Office. More information about each division can be found under Related Agencies at the bottom of this page.

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