School Intervention Specialist/UKHC

Job Title
School Intervention Specialist/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE50099


Working Title
School Intervention Specialist – KCH DanceBlue Pediatric Hematology Oncology Clinic


Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
09


Salary Range
$43,680-71,323/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




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


Required Related Experience


3 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

Kentucky Teaching Certificate



Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive motion.



Shift

Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00am – 4:30PM (40 hrs/wk); some after hours and weekend conferences and events required



Job Summary

The KCH DanceBlue Pediatric Hematology Oncology Clinic and Hemophilia Treatment Center is seeking a School Intervention Specialist.

The School Intervention Specialist serves as a case manager for patients as they reintegrate into the school system. Develops, updates, and provides education/medical programs and materials for educators, students, and the community on behalf of the student with cancer and other blood disorders and to provide a successful school re-integration for the school-aged patients as a part of a Medical Center dedicated to the care of infants, children, and adolescents.

Coordinates literature searches and participates in research activities intended to refine standards of practice ultimately improving the educational outcomes of patients. Applies advanced problem-solving skills in practice and provides guidance as it relates to solving the more complex issues within a caseload. Initiates and maintains regional networking opportunities to benefit the patients and the program. Assists School Intervention Specialist Supervisor with program projects from inception to completion.

Some travel throughout the state to school systems required.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Special education, Individualized Education Plan, IEP, 504, coordinating, developing, advocating and accommodating.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Special Education Certification preferred.



Deadline to Apply
05/11/2025


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