Community Health Advocate/UKHC Job at FAMU National Alumni Association, Lexington, KY

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  • FAMU National Alumni Association
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

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Community Health Advocate/UKHC

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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Community Health Advocate/UKHC Requisition Number RE54695 Working Title Community Health Advocate Department Name MG31I:IM-INFECTIOUS DISEASE Work Location Louisville, KY Grade Level 09 Salary Range $43,680-71,323/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Driver's License

Physical Requirements

This position will require driving within a designated service area to provide linkage navigation and outreach services to persons accessing comprehensive medical service

Shift

This position must be willing to work in different environments (both office-based and on the ground), at times best suited to the community (including some evenings and weekends). This includes hours outside of traditional office hours (i.e., 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m.).

Job Summary

The Community Health Advocate provides client-centered outreach, education, and navigation services to individuals at risk for or living with HIV and Hepatitis C. Using a trauma-informed, culturally responsive approach, the position builds trusting relationships with clients and community partners to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and promote timely linkage and retention in care. The role assesses client needs, addresses barriers to care, and navigates healthcare and social service systems to connect individuals to medical, behavioral health, and supportive services. Responsibilities include conducting community-based outreach and testing, coordinating appointments and telehealth visits, providing health education and risk-reduction counseling, and supporting treatment adherence in a defined service area. The position ensures accurate documentation, data tracking, and compliance with confidentiality standards.

This position will support the Kentucky Area Developmental Districts of KIPDA in the Louisville, KY area.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows (Word, Excel, Access (or other database experience), Outlook, data entry, health education, motivational interviewing

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in Health Education, Social Work, Social Services, Nursing, or Human Development

Deadline to Apply 06/11/2026 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.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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 (*).

  • * Describe your experience navigating health systems. (Open Ended Question)
  • * Describe your experience planning outreach/community events. (Open Ended Question)
  • * Please describe an encounter when you assisted a difficult or disgruntled client. (Open Ended Question)
  • * Describe your experience using data management tools and data entry. (Open Ended Question)
  • * Are you able to drive a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky?
    • Yes
    • No
  • * Are you able to work weekends and evenings as needed?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter

PI285107784

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Shift work, Afternoon shift

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