Employment Opportunities

Ways to Apply

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Email your resume to: hr@bgcap.org

Mail your resume to:
Bluegrass Community Action Partnership
111 Professional Ct.
Frankfort, KY 40601

Fax your resume to: (502) 695-1075


Job Title Job Description Contact Deadline
Community Developer/Family Service Worker
Mercer County – Harrodsburg, KY		 Job Description:Coordinates public and private resources and provides direct services to eligible individuals and the community. The Community Developer/Family Service Worker is responsible for coordinating and providing assistance to residents of the County who meet income guidelines and assisting the Head Start Family Services/Health Specialist in all phases of the social services, parent involvement and health program. Protect the privacy of customers/families and hold in confidence all information obtained in the course of service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides direct services/vouchers, referrals and case management to individuals and/or families to meet emergency needs and progress toward self-sufficiency.
  • Sets up and/or follows procedures to applicable funding sources in a fair and non-discriminatory manner.
  • Ensures that the poor and the near poor are not excluded from services which may be available through Blue Grass Community Action Partnership (BGCAP) and other agencies, and that understandable materials are made available to them, such as a “Community Resources Guide” and referrals.
  • Coordinates all requirements of Community Services Block Grant within the community, including mobilizing resources toward effective service delivery.
  • Promotes BGCAP Agency visibility in the community through public relations including speaking to public and/or private groups about the services provided by BGCAP.
  • In the local center and community, acts as a resource person on emotional, social and health needs of children and their families.
  • Assists in implementing medical, dental and mental health components of Head Start.
  • Conducts Head Start home visits in coordination with lead teachers to ensure coordinated family engagement strategies with children and families in the classroom, home and community.
  • Attends monthly inter-agency meetings to explain the services provided by BGCAP, to seek new collaborative partnerships and to work with other Service Providers within the service region.
  • Conducts the designated community needs assessment surveys and meetings within the service region, and subsequently compiles the findings in a timely manner.
  • Recruits, trains and supervises volunteers.
  • Ensures and documents in-kind donations, including volunteer time, for match requirements.
  • Oversees the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program “LIHEAP” and other BGCAP programs as instructed within the assigned service area.
  • Plans and hosts local fundraising events.

Qualifications:

  • Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively.
  • Good computer skills.
  • Demonstrated work experience with social service programs.
  • Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance, and pass criminal background check and alcohol/drug screening.

Please email your resume to hr@bgcap.org or fax to 502-848-8708.

M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO.

 hr@bgcap.org Tuesday, November 20th, by 3:00 p.m.
Adult Day Health Care Aide (Nicholasville) Blue Grass Community Action Partnership is accepting applications for a part time (20 hours a week) Adult Day Health Care Aide at the Jessamine County Senior Citizens Center Adult Day Program. Applicants must have a valid Kentucky driver’s license and high school diploma or GED. Agency policy regarding drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check applies to this position. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. Rita Wash
859-885-9102 		N/A
LPN/RN Are you a retired nurse or a nurse who does not want a full time commitment but would like to work on an as-needed basis? Blue Grass Community Action Partnership is accepting applications for PRN nurses to assist on an as needed basis with our adult day programs. Applicants must have a valid KY nursing license and be in good standing with the Kentucky Board of Nursing. This position will assist with the annual required hours to keep your nursing license up to date. Agency policy regarding drug and alcohol testing and criminal background check applies to this position. Interested applicants should contact Jamie Albritton. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. Jamie Albritton
jamie.albritton@bgcap.org 		N/A
Franklin County Head Start The Blue Grass Head Start Program is accepting applications for the position of Bus Driver/Assistant Teacher at their center in Franklin County. This position will be 40 hours per week. Individuals applying for this position must possess a valid driver’s license with a 5-year good driving record. CDL License is preferred, but not required. The CDL License can be obtained (in a reasonable amount of time) after employment. Applicant is required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and it is preferred that the applicant also have a minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA). The CDA can be obtained after being hired. The Head Start Program will pay for initial physical examination including TB skin test for the applicant selected for the position. Applicant cannot have been convicted of a sex crime, child abuse, or neglect/922KAR 2:110 or any other felony. Applicant will also be required to pass an initial drug screen and random testing as outlined in BGCAP’s employee policies and procedures. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. Blue Grass Head Start
502-695-4290 		N/A
Nutrition Meal Delivery Driver/PRN - Fayette County Accepting applications for a Nutrition Meal Delivery Driver in Fayette County. Candidates should have a valid Kentucky driver's license. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. Lynn Bowes
502-695-4290, Ext. 267 		N/A
PRN/CNA - Adult Day Program Accepting applications for an Adult Day PRN CNA to cover five counties. Candidates should be a CNA or CMA, have two years experience working with the elderly and a valid Kentucky drivers license. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. Nicole Wilson
502-695-4290, Ext. 267 		N/A
Senior Companion Program-Volunteers The Senior Companion Program is an opportunity for persons age 55 and older who meet federal income guidelines to render assistance with activities of daily living to older, homebound adults. As Senior Companions, volunteers assist clients for 20 hours per week and receive a tax-free stipend of $2.65 per hour. This income is not reported as income and will not affect entitlement programs such as food stamps. Volunteers receive 40 hours of paid training initially and 4 hours of paid training each month in issues of importance to senior adults. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. 1-800-456-6571 ext. 219
502-848-8701 		N/A
Bus-Private Auto Providers BGCAP is seeking persons interested in becoming Private Auto providers for the Region 8 Human Service Transportation Delivery (HSTD) Brokerage program to provide Medicaid Transportation in the counties of Anderson, Boyle, Casey, Franklin, Garrard, Jessamine, Lincoln, Mercer, Scott, Washington and Woodford. Requirements include valid Kentucky driver's license, proof of insurance, proof of vehicle registration and a background check. M/F/H/V, EOE and ETO. 1-800-456-6588 ext. 266 N/A