STEPS Peer Support Specialist

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


Required Education

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

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 year’s 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


Preferred Education/Experience

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.