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The University of Kentucky
Family Mentor
Career Insights for Family / School / General Case Manager
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What they do
A Family, School, or General Case Manager coordinates the delivery of a range of social and health services to individuals and families. Assess client needs and work with agencies and institutions ensure clients get the help they need. Monitor client and work with other service providers as necessary to address client needs. Provide limited counseling to client and their family.
$47,154 / year median in Kentucky
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Family Mentor Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Family Mentor Requisition Number RE55252 Working Title Family Mentor - Campbell County Department Name 8T110:
College of Social Work Work Location Newport, KY Grade Level 40 Salary Range $15.61-24.99/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 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Drivers License Physical Requirements Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; pushing, pulling, carrying objects up to 25 lbs.; performing repetitive motion tasks; regular job-related travel. Shift Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (37.5 hrs/week) Flexible schedule as needed Job Summary This position is 100% grant funded and the primary work location is in Campbell County (Newport, KY). The College of Social Work Training Resource Center is seeking a Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team ( START ) Family Mentor to serve in Campbell County. Family Mentors, in collaboration with DCBS social workers and the Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team ( START ), are responsible for providing mentoring to clients receiving substance abuse treatment. Family Mentors will serve as team members in planning, supporting and implementing strategies for prevention and building strong partnerships with community providers to help parents. Family Mentors assess client situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
College of Social Work Work Location Newport, KY Grade Level 40 Salary Range $15.61-24.99/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 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Drivers License Physical Requirements Sitting and/or standing for long periods of time; pushing, pulling, carrying objects up to 25 lbs.; performing repetitive motion tasks; regular job-related travel. Shift Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (37.5 hrs/week) Flexible schedule as needed Job Summary This position is 100% grant funded and the primary work location is in Campbell County (Newport, KY). The College of Social Work Training Resource Center is seeking a Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team ( START ) Family Mentor to serve in Campbell County. Family Mentors, in collaboration with DCBS social workers and the Sobriety Treatment and Recovery Team ( START ), are responsible for providing mentoring to clients receiving substance abuse treatment. Family Mentors will serve as team members in planning, supporting and implementing strategies for prevention and building strong partnerships with community providers to help parents. Family Mentors assess client situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required to meet their needs.
Skills / Knowledge
/ Abilities Customer service skills are necessary. Extensive driving is required. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Preference will be given to candidates with unique life experiences applicable to the position. Deadline to Apply 08/10/2026 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 (- ).
- Do you have experience serving as a Family Mentor for the START program? Yes No
- Do you have a valid drivers license? Yes No
- I understand that the primary work location for this position is in Campbell County, Kentucky.