STEPS Peer Support Specialist Job at University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

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  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

Job Title:

STEPS Peer Support Specialist

Requisition Number:

TE08955

Department Name:

7H503:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - MATERNAL FETAL

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Salary Range:

$21 p/hr

Type of Position:

Temporary

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Physical Requirements:

Occasional lifting and pulling objects up to 25ibs, sitting for long periods of time, driving distances of 3-4 hours.

Shift:

Monday-Fri, 8am-5pm

Job Summary:

The UK PATHways program is specifically designed to provide integrated care to pregnant women who need support for substance use disorders. Our goal is to offer an effective, multidisciplinary team that focuses on each patient in a non-judgmental and non-stigmatizing environment. Under the direction of the UK PATHways Program Director, the Peer Prevention Specialist will mentor perinatal women enrolled in prenatal clinics and receiving substance abuse treatment. The specialist should demonstrate an understanding of the experiences and feelings of their peers and share their own recovery stories to inspire hope, courage, and strength. This role requires travel to UK clinics and hospitals, as well as communication with patients via phone and multimedia. Clinical documentation is also necessary. Additionally, the Peer Prevention Specialist will be responsible for collecting and recording data for research projects and state-sponsored grants. Eligibility for certification as a Peer Support Specialist in Kentucky is required. One years experience as a Peer Support Specialist is preferred.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
  • Eligible to be certified as Peer Support Specialist in the state of Kentucky.
  • EPIC, REDcap, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Prefer a minimum of 1 year experience as a peer support specialist.
  • Prefer direct experience, either paid or unpaid, with navigating substance use disorders and the journey to recovery.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Deadline to Apply:

08/28/2025

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. University of Kentucky

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Shift work,

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