EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT:

The Jessamine County Health Department operates under the Local Health Department Merit System Regulations as administered by the Department for Public Health.  All applicants for classified positions will be reviewed and qualified by the Department for Public Health Personnel Branch.  The regulations may be viewed here.

The Health Department may contract with staffing companies, such as Go-Hire Employment and Development, to oversee certain job positions. If such company is utilized, the application process will differ and will be noted within the job posting.

APPLICATIONS

Merit System and Contractual Employment Positions: Apply at https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/chfs.

For assistance or additional questions, please contact Carla Stinnett at carla.stinnett@jessaminehealth.org or (859) 885-4149 ext. 1018.

CURRENT OPENINGS:

Case Manager

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for specific duties as assigned, e.g., Case Manager will:

      • advocate, monitor, and help plan for the client (individuals with drug related activity) to enhance the quality of life in areas of family, socialization, work/education, leisure activity, and health care to reduce client from experiencing a drug overdose and recidivism.
      • keep continuous data that will be needed and required for the OD2A grant.
      • work with the University of Kentucky monthly and give updates as required.
      • will run data reports as requested by EMS, JCHD, and UK.
      • will report to Harm Reduction Director and work with JCHD Harm Reduction team.
      • will work directly with the assigned Peer Support to best serve the client and “meet them where they are at” in terms of reaching recovery.
      • works with a Harm Reduction Approach while completing daily tasks.
      • Please note that this position may require a company phone and some night shift hours.
      • when case load is low, will help JCHD with walk-in clients in the community, connecting them with NARCAN, harm reduction services, and/or treatment centers.
      • will, at times, work the Syringe Exchange Program when needed.
    • Standard: Assigned duties are completed correctly within specified time frame.
    • Measure: Supervisor’s review of staff documentation of assigned duties/completion dates.

2. Other duties as assigned:

    • Standard: Assigned duties are completed within specified time frame.
    • Measure: Review of supervisor’s record of assigned duties.

3. Develop networks and relationships with groups, organizations, and/or agencies with the same vested interest as this grant.

4. Respond to all request for data and information regarding this grant for JCHD and/or EMS.

5. Plan and/or attend all meetings required by supervisor and/or grant.

6. Community-Level Overdose Prevention

    • Independently identify and engage individuals at high risk for overdose in community settings.
    • Engage in proactive outreach within high-risk regions, such as encampments, known usage sites, and communities that are underserved.
    • Build relationships with individuals not currently connected to services.
    • Implement overdose prevention strategies, including:
      • Naloxone distribution and education.
      • Risk reduction education.
      • Linkage to care and treatment.
    • Utilize local data, trends, and situational awareness to guide outreach efforts (e.g., overdose spikes, drug supply alerts).
    • Develop and maintain community presence to increase trust and engagement among PWUD populations.
    • Reduce reliance on passive referral systems by actively generating engagement opportunities.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Community Health, Criminal Justice, and/or related field. Valid Driver’s License and Car Insurance.

Working Conditions: Work is spent in the community assisting EMS community paramedic staff with overdose victims. Evaluating, connecting, and referring clients to treatment and/or harm reduction services. Work duties will also be in the office setting with clients and continuously keeping data collection. Case Manager will be assisting with community work at site location. Other duties will be assigned by work site supervisor and/or EMS.

Please note that this position can and will be hazardous at times due to working with overdose victims at the scene and/or in the home setting.

List of equipment necessary to perform the essential functions of the job: Phone, fax, computer, copier, printer, etc. Data collection sheets.

Physical Requirements/Job Hazards:

  1. Current TB skin test indicates no evidence of communicable disease.
  2. Possible physical management (lifting, balancing, maneuvering).

Additional Requirements:

  1. This position requires a clean drug screen prior to hire and randomly throughout employment.
  2. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  3. Background checks are conducted prior to hire and updated annually.
  4. Must have reliable transportation.

EEO/AA Responsibilities: Works with others harmoniously without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, victim status, marital status, pregnancy, family status, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, ethnicity, place of origin, creed, veteran status, or another protected class/characteristic. Seeks ways to achieve organizational EEO objectives and timetables. Actively seeks to enhance career objectives of minorities, women, veterans, older and handicapped people. Reasonable accommodation available upon request.

Pay Rate: $18.00-$22.00 per hour, full benefits (health, dental, and vision)

Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonable accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Applications: Apply online at https://chfs.wd12.myworkdayjobs.com/chfs. 

Application and transcript must be submitted by close of business on Friday, May 15, 2026.

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