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Updated 04/25/24
Buffalo Trace Area Development District ~
Workforce Business Service Specialist
The selected candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to adapt in a fast-paced environment, be innovative and self-motivated with attention to detail and meeting deadlines. He/she should be able to plan and organize events. Public speaking and critical writing skills are vital. Coordination and collaboration with partner agencies are required.
Interested candidates can submit resumes by email at ddials@btadd.com or they can be hand delivered or mailed to:
Kentucky Career Center – Maysville
Attn: Denise Dials, Workforce Director
201 Government Street
Maysville, KY 41056
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Employer: Buffalo Trace Area Development District
Job Title: Community Support Specialist
Company & Location: Buffalo Trace Area Development District, Maysville, KY
Job Description: Under the general supervision of the Aging Director of the Buffalo Trace ADD, is responsible for providing citizens with a trusted place for gaining information and assistance related to services and supports for individuals of all ages but especially those who are aged or those with disabilities and their caregivers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Provide information and assistance to both public and private-pay individuals about services and supports for which they are eligible.
- Involve stakeholders, consumers, state agencies, providers, and public and private partners in planning, implementing, and evaluating the ADRC.
- Assist the ADRC Coordinator in marketing the Aging & Disability Resource Center as a single point of entry to publicly funded programs.
- Provide access, eligibility screening, assessment of long-term care support needs and care planning to callers on the Aging and Disability Resource Center Phone line.
- Assist with Level I Screenings for service eligibility and maintenance of the waiting list.
- Document all calls in the SAMS I & R system for client tracking and the development and maintenance of the resource database.
- Provides assessment and case management services for functionally impaired older persons and disabled individuals in the Buffalo Trace Region under the Homecare and Title III Older Americans Act Programs.
- Determine eligibility for services, develop a plan of care, arrange for service provision and ongoing monitoring of client cases.
- Communicate appropriate assessment information to appropriate provider agencies.
- Assure that service providers are accountable for services provided, that services are activated by individual need and that duplication or over-utilization of services is avoided.
- Responsible for identifying and documenting gaps in service and mobilizing resources to fill these gaps.
- Provide outreach and target services to those with disabilities and their caregivers as funding is made available.
- Assist in conducting public forum, consumer satisfaction surveys, needs assessments, etc., which can be used in the ongoing design and evaluation of the program.
- Assist in Coordinating program activities with the Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living services.
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete DAIL required training.
- Attend job development trainings and staff meetings.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
Requirement Skills & Education:
Degree Required: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a Human Services field such as social work, counseling, sociology, or psychology; or possess a bachelor’s degree in a field not related to human services with two years of experience working with the elderly or disabled or special needs population.
Skills Required: Must have working knowledge of computer systems and various software; must possess good organizational skills; ability to complete forms and analyze data; ability to work well with others; good verbal and written communication skills.
Salary & Benefits: Salary will be determined based on experience. Range $36,000 – $40,000
How to Apply: Applicants can submit resume to cullery@btadd.com, or mail to ~
Buffalo Trace Area Development District
P.O. Box 460
Maysville, Kentucky 41056
Employer: Crossroads of Hope
Job Title: Direct Support Professional
Location: 12266 State Route 5, Ashland, KY 41102
Job Description:
As a DSP, you will be responsible for:
- Completing all necessary training and attending required staff meetings.
- Completing paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
- Providing care, supervision, and support to adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Assisting with daily living activities, personal care, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the individuals’ living environment.
- Supporting the individuals in participating in community activities and achieving personal goals.
- Fostering positive relationships of care and respect with the individuals served.
Requirement Skills & Education:
Applicants must:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have high school diploma or GED.
- Pass both background and drug screenings.
Salary & Benefits: From $12.00 per hour
How to Apply: Those interested may apply on Indeed or applications can be acquired at Crossroads of Hope office or requested through email at crossroadsofhope@gmail.com. However, applications must be submitted in person at the office.
Office Address & Hours:
12266 State Route 5, Ashland, KY 41102
Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Available Shifts:
- Monday – Friday 12am-8am, and 4pm-12am
- Saturday – Sunday: 12am-8am, 8am-4pm, and 4pm-12am
For additional information, please contact Jeremy Smith at (606) 928-0177 or email at crossroadsofhope@gmail.com.
Employer: Gateway Area Development District
Job Title: Transportation Planner
Company & Location: Gateway Area Development District (Morehead, KY)
Job Description: The Transportation Planner is responsible for the strategic planning, project development, and administration activities for transportation infrastructure initiatives in the Gateway Region and facilitating the Regional Transportation Committee. The Transportation Planner collaborates on planning efforts with the Infrastructure Development Planner, Disaster Recovery Planner, and the Associate Director of Economic Development and coordinates the collection, review, and management of transportation infrastructure asset databases with the GIS staff.
Requirement Skills & Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in government, history, geography, business administration, or other related field required.
Valid Driver’s License required. CDBG Project Administrator Certification must be acquired and maintained after hiring. The employee will be expected to attend professional development trainings related to specialties. Any classes, training, or certifications related to transportation infrastructure, strategic planning, or project management, preferred, but not required.
Oral and written communication; Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); Attention to detail; Meeting organization and facilitation; Project and budget management; and Data collection, management, interpretation, and analysis.
Salary & Benefits: Salary Grade: 9
How to Apply: Those interested may apply on Indeed or at: gwadd.org/job/transportation-planner
Employer: Sleep Outfitters
Job Title: Sales Associate
Location: Morehead, KY
Job Description:
- Provide excellent Guest service and develop a client base by building lasting relationships with all Guests.
- Set and achieve sales goals with effective use of our exclusive Personal Sleep Profile to assess needs and make recommendations.
- Work in and maintain a store environment you can be proud of to support the experience you deliver to your Guests.
- Engage in your community to create awareness about the importance of sleep and how Sleep Outfitters can help.
- Execute company initiatives and demonstrate company values in all interactions, with Guests and Outfitters.
Requirement Skills & Education:
High School Degree, some college preferred. One to two years of sales, service, or customer service experience. Computer skills in MS Office products. Must be able to lift 50lbs. This position does require weekend hours, as well as hours during key sales events, including holidays.
Salary & Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
- Annual pay ranging from $40,000 to $90,000
- Engaging and consultative environment, with no high-pressure sales
- No sales experience required; six months of training pay provided with guaranteed wages
- Continuous learning and development throughout your career
- Strong culture based on employees’ passion to promote wellness
How to Apply: Please apply on Indeed.
Employer: The Ion Center for Violence Prevention
Job Title: Pet Advocate
Location: Maysville, KY
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Residential Services Director, provides overall care for all animals in the kennel and a healthy, safe, clean, and pleasant environment and facility. Promotes humane and caring attitude towards all animals.
- PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Applies ZeroV Victim Service Standards and the Kentucky Association of Sexual Assault Programs (KASAP) Standards for survivors of rape
- Client Services and Support.
- Maintain client confidentiality.
- Maintain compassionate demeanor when interacting with clients.
- Assist client and Residential Services Director with pet intake process.
- Assist client with pet visitation.
- Pet Care
- Always treat all animals humanely, properly, and with compassion, regardless of situation or
- Work safely with animals and follow guidelines surrounding pet decompression/acclamation time.
- Provide food and water to each animal as prescribed by Residential Services Director or DVM.
- Provide medication to animals as prescribed by DVM.
- Monitor the health and behavior of each animal on an ongoing basis, quickly reporting any health
- problems or conditions (behavioral or medical) to the Residential Services Director.
- Ensure that animals are clean and smell fresh. Bathe and groom animals as needed.
- Provide exercise/playtime and frequent breaks to express bladder/bowels (“Potty Breaks”).
- Assist Residential Services Director with tasks unique to each animal as needed and directed.
- Kennel and Yard Care
- Clean all animal areas including cages, outside run, kennel floors, dishes, litter boxes, etc.
- Remove stool and trash from the yard and kennel daily, or more frequently if needed.
- Launder pet bedding and towels daily to ensure spare bedding and towels are available as needed.
- Replace pet bedding weekly, or more frequently if needed.
- Maintain equipment/tools used to complete job assignments and keep such equipment/tools in good
- working condition. Store equipment/tools in proper storage areas.
- Unpack, label, and stock animal and kennel supplies and donations. Report any needs to the Residential Services Director.
- Properly label and secure any pet’s medications prescribed to animals in our care.
- Communication, Teamwork, and Administration Duties
- Record feeding times, “potty breaks”, and medication times for each animal on appropriate log.
- Document any incidents that occur with the animals in the kennel.
- Attend related meetings and trainings
- Contribute to a clean, healthy, and trauma informed work environment
- Collaborate as a team across agency sites.
Requirement Skills & Education:
- Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care
- Ability to work under highly stressful, crisis-oriented situations
- Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain high level of confidentiality
- Outstanding empathetic and listening skills
- Professional oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate on a team
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
- Complete trainings for funding requirements and knowledge building
- Must be minimum age of 18.
MENTAL/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WHICH OCCUR REGULARLY IN PERFORMING THE JOB:
- Speaking, seeing, hearing, standing, writing, walking, including climbing steps, carry, pull, lift, stoop, kneel, use ladder/step stool
- Physical ability to carry up to 50 pounds and handle large animals
- Allergic conditions, which would be aggravated when handling or working with animals, may be a disqualification.
- Exposure to unpleasant odors and noises, bites/scratches, animal waste
- Work is performed both outside and inside despite weather conditions
- This position may involve exposure to infectious diseases and stressful situations.
Salary & Benefits: Part-Time, $ 17.00 Hourly (expected hours: 10-15 per week)
How to Apply: Apply on indeed