Community Health Worker

Job Title
Community Health Worker


Requisition Number
RE51484


Working Title

Department Name
40613:REACH


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
40


Salary Range
$15.30-24.50/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

HS



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

1 yr



Required License/Registration/Certification

None



Physical Requirements

Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds,sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion, some standing or walking.



Shift

The position will be hybrid-eligible (remote and in-person) and will have a flexible schedule to accommodate occasional evening and weekend work.



Job Summary

The Center for Clinical and Translational Science (CCTS) is seeking a highly motivated, professional Community Health Worker (CHW) to support the faculty and staff of our fast-paced research center. The CCTS helps campus research professionals meet their goals and improve health outcomes across Kentucky communities.



Our vision is to foster collaboration and innovation in healthcare, education, research, and community partnerships. We are committed to advancing translational research that improves public health, particularly in regions with limited access to care.



Since its inception in 2006, the CCTS has invested millions of dollars in research funding and trainee support at the University of Kentucky through its commitment to funding innovative, early stage translational research. This role will support outreach, health promotion, and research engagement activities in collaboration with UK Healthcare and community organizations across Central Kentucky.



Responsibilities include building relationships with community members and organizations, facilitating access to health and social services, and supporting research and education initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong community connections and experience in outreach, volunteerism, or service work focused on improving health outcomes.



The position will be hybrid-eligible (remote and in-person) and will have a flexible schedule to accommodate occasional evening and weekend work.

The CCTS encourages all qualified candidates to apply.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

1 year of experience preferred.



Deadline to Apply
09/16/2025


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.

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.