Top 111 Public health Jobs in Ky

Community Health Specialist II
University of Louisville —Louisville, KY
- $48,225 - $72,389 a year
- Online Application
- Nursing
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
PoWER Lead Community Health Worker (CHW)
CDC Foundation —Kentucky
- $63,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
Campus Health Specialist II
University of Louisville —Louisville, KY
- $57,000 - $63,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Management
- Addiction Medicine
- Public speaking
8d
Community Health Advocate/UKHC
University of Kentucky —Monticello, KY
- $43,680 - $71,323 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Nursing
- Microsoft Outlook
3d
Nutritionist I or II
Green River District Health Department —Owensboro, KY
- $18.07 - $25.24 an hour
- Online Application
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Environmental Health and Safety Manager
Antolin Kentucky —Hopkinsville, KY
- Overtime
- English
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Paid jury duty
Quick Apply
9d
Registered Nurse
Barren River District Health Department —Bowling Green, KY
- From $24.68 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Nursing
- RN License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Parenting Class Instructor
Women's Care Center, Inc —Richmond, KY
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Presentation skills
- US work authorization
- Retirement plan
Quick Apply
Senior Director Food Safety
Texas Roadhouse —Louisville, KY
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
9d
Environmental Safety and Health Manager
Flex Films USA, Inc. —Elizabethtown, KY
- Full-time
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- Relocation assistance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Community Health Worker
One Cross Community Health —Lebanon, KY
- Up to $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Organizational skills
- In-person
- Employee assistance program
- 401(k) matching
Quick Apply
Rooted in Health (RIH) Workforce Specialist
CDC Foundation —Kentucky
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
8d
Adjunct Faculty - Health Care Administration & Public Health - Bellarmine University
Bellarmine University —Louisville, KY
- Temporary
- Classroom
- Nursing
- 5 years
Investigator - Associate Research Scientist (Full Time and Part Time)
Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation —Louisville, KY
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Mid-level
- Project management
- Health insurance
Public Health Nurse I - Float
Kentucky Public Health —Kentucky
- $20.30 - $25.24 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- RN License
- Pass drug screening
Community Resource Coordinator IV (Program Coordinator)
University of Louisville —Louisville, KY
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Health Promotion Technician
BRS —Fort Campbell, KY
- $48,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- BLS Certification
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
PR Health: Community Health Worker
Project Ricochet, Inc. —Lexington, KY
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Spanish
- Addiction Medicine
- Flexible schedule
Quick Apply
13d
McCracken County ASAP Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Grant Program Coordinator
Kentucky Public Health —Paducah, KY
- $7.25 - $50.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Office
11d
Public Health Nurse
Kentucky Public Health —Kentucky
- $24.68 - $30.69 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- RN License
- Pass drug screening

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Community Health Specialist II

University of Louisville -
Louisville, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$48,225 - $72,389 a year

Qualifications

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Full Job Description

Department:

Trager Institute

Location:

Health Sciences Center

Time Type:

Full time

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Req ID:

R108930

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Grade 5 (Salaried)

Position Description:

The Trager Institute is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Health Specialist II, to act as a relationship-builder and systems connector responsible for strengthening collaboration between local health care systems, social service agencies, and community organizations to improve care coordination and transitions of care for older adults. This role focuses on breaking down barriers, aligning partners around shared goals, and creating sustainable pathways that support aging adults and their caregivers. This position works with the Cumberland Valley Area Agency on Aging, which is located in Laurel County, Kentucky. Must be located in or willing to commute to Cumberland Valley Area Agency on Aging, which is located in Laurel County, Kentucky.

This position is grant funded and is contingent upon the renewal of those funds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Convene hospitals, primary care providers, long-term care, home health, and social service organizations to form collaborative networks for older adult care.
Coordinate and facilitate regular committee meetings to guide program direction and community priorities.
Promote inclusive participation by ensuring diverse stakeholders have meaningful opportunities to contribute.
Facilitate shared agreements, referral processes, and communication channels among partners.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, agencies, and service providers to align programming and share resources.
Lead initiatives to standardize warm handoffs, care plans, and data-sharing protocols to reduce avoidable hospital readmissions and emergency department use.
Promote integration of medical and non-medical supports (transportation, housing, nutrition, caregiver support, behavioral health)
Facilitate cross-sector meetings, workshops, and action planning to align on measurable outcomes.
Plan, promote, and implement events that foster community connection and raise awareness of aging-related initiatives.
Train partners on care transition best practices, including discharge planning, medication management, social determinant screening, and age-friendly practices.
Continue partnership between the Trager Institute and the Area Agency on Aging

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in public health, social work, nursing, gerontology, community development, or related field.
Three (3) or more years’ experience in community organizing, care coordination, or health system integration
Previous experience engaging with older adults and community members, with an understanding of their unique needs, strengths, and healthcare considerations.
Knowledgeable about local community resources and services that promote wellbeing, independence, and age-friendly environments.
Strong knowledge of older adult services, aging networks, and chronic disease management.
Demonstrated success in convening diverse stakeholders and building sustainable partnerships.
Understanding of health equity and social determinants of health.

Competencies

Connector and influencer, able to build trust across systems, foster collaboration, and encourage shared accountability among partners.
Skilled problem-solver who can identify systemic barriers and develop actionable solutions that promote equitable and effective outcomes.
Systems thinker, should understand the complexity of healthcare and social service networks and how these systems interrelate to support older adults and caregivers.
Culturally responsive, engaging respectfully and effectively with diverse populations while centering on the experiences and needs of older adults and their families.
Excellent facilitation, negotiation, and coalition-building skills.
Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to evaluate progress, adapt strategies, and offer solutions that advance shared goals and improve outcomes for older adults in the community.
Organized and task-oriented, with strong teamwork and collaboration skills to effectively manage projects, delegate responsibilities, and ensure timely completion of activities.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, foster relationships, and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including older adults, caregivers, community partners, and interdisciplinary professionals.

Target Compensation Maximum:

$72,389.00

Target Compensation Minimum:

$48,225.00

Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.

Assistance and Accommodations

Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone 502-852-6258.

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