Employment Opportunities

The Kent School of Social Work seeks to advertise available openings of interest to social work students and social work graduates. Jobs are posted for 14 days, unless stated otherwise in the ad.  If you would like to post job opportunities to this website, please email:  Kent School Technology Account  with the following information included in your email:

full job description, title of organization and the job title, whether full or part-time, or seasonal/contract position, eligibility requirements for the position, contact information (name, address, phone, fax), where to submit their letter of interest and/or resume'

CURRENT LISTINGS

Department:  Dean's Office

Location:  Belknap Campus

Time Type:  Full time

Worker Type:  Regular

Job Req ID:  R107895

Position Description:

The Raymond A. Kent School of Social Work & Family Science at the University of Louisville (UofL) invites applications for a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, that will begin August 1, 2026.

Inclusiveness is integral to Kent School’s commitment to excellence in research, engagement, and education. Learn more about the Kent School’s mission on our webpage: https://louisville.edu/kent

The Kent School encourages candidates to apply whose research addresses the needs and experiences of populations spanning the breadth of human experience, and who have demonstrated the ability to create and maintain inclusive work environments, collaborate effectively on multi-disciplinary teams, and support an increasingly varied student body. Kent School faculty often teach across the curriculum at multiple levels (e.g., undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral) and have one or more areas of research for dissemination (e.g., publications, presentations), translation, and grant submissions.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Earned doctorate in Social Work, Family Science, or a related discipline, or ABD with all doctoral requirements expected to be completed by the hire date
• Master’s Degree in Social Work, and at least 2 years post-master’s practice experience
• Evidence of successful scholarship development and strong potential for securing external funding

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Expertise in an area that contributes uniquely to our existing expertise, such as socio-environmental resilience, health/behavioral health, disaster response, medical social work, developmental differences, or family-centered approaches
• Knowledge of and experience in social work or family science research
• Knowledge of the funding process and/or success with funded research
• Teaching experience including online courses
• Experience with a variety of populations experiencing challenges
• Additional substantive expertise in intersectionality with family dynamics

Compensation: 

Salary is competitive, with excellent fringe benefits, and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Summer teaching compensation is possible for 10-month appointments.

Formal review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by December 15, 2025. Applicants must apply online at https://louisville.edu/hr/employment/jobs/, Click on Assistant Professor – Kent School of Social Work & Family Science – R107895.

Please attach the following to your application submission:

• A cover letter
• Your Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching statement
• Research statement
• The name, address, telephone number, and e-mail for three references
• One sample of written work (upload under ‘other document)

For further information about this position, please contact: Kent Faculty Search

The Kent School offers one undergraduate degree and four graduate degree programs and seeks to prepare well-qualified social workers and couple and family therapists who practice from a strong professional value base to serve the metropolitan mission of the university. The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) degrees are offered both 100% online and on campus. The Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work (PhD) and the Master of Science in Couple and Family Therapy (MSCFT) are offered on campus and the Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree is offered online.

UofL is located in an attractive urban setting with a mission directed toward research and the metropolitan region. It is a “Research 1” institution and a “Community Engaged” university by the Carnegie Foundation, which recognizes institutions that work with community partners to exchange knowledge and resources for public benefit. Of more than 4,000 universities in the country, UofL is one of only 102 that can claim both distinctions. It enrolls more than 24,000 students and offers undergraduate degrees in more than 50 fields of study, master’s degrees in over 75 areas, and doctoral degrees in over 35 disciplines. UofL strives to foster and sustain an environment of inclusiveness that empowers the UofL community to achieve the highest potential without fear of prejudice or bias. UofL is committed to building an exemplary educational community that offers a nurturing and challenging intellectual climate, a respect for the spectrum of human experience and a genuine understanding of everyone’s uniqueness. For more information about the UofL, please visit http://louisville.edu/. For more information about the Kent School, please visit http://louisville.edu/kent.

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 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208.

If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment@louisville.edu or by phone 502-852-6258.

Posted 11/18/2025

Master Social Worker

Fresenius Medical Care,  Louisville, KY

Posted 11/13/2025

Assistant Professor Social Work/Director MSW Program/Online MSW Coordinator

Inside Higher Ed

Frankfort, KY

Posted 11/11/2025

Program Facilitator – Substance Use Recovery Services

Shively First Health and Recovery

Position Type:  Part-Time (15–30 hours per week) May have full time opportunity.

Location: 924 E. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40204 (Additional site: 3934 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216)

Compensation: $30 per hour

Job Description:

The Program Facilitator will assist in providing structured recovery-based programming for individuals participating in substance use disorder treatment services. Responsibilities include facilitating psychoeducational and process groups, maintaining accurate documentation, supporting individualized treatment goals, and collaborating with clinical staff to ensure high-quality care.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field; or equivalent experience in substance use or behavioral health services.
• Must meet AODE regulatory standards for group facilitation under supervision of a licensed or certified professional (e.g., CADC, LCADC, LCSW, LPCC, etc.).
• Strong communication and group facilitation skills required.
• Experience working with individuals in recovery is preferred.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a letter of interest and résumé to:

M. Lee Pantess, Director, Shively First Health and Recovery

Posted 11/6/2025

Mindful Mending

Mental Health Therapist, full-time

Eligibility Requirements 

• Master’s degree or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field 
• Active or provisional license to practice therapy in Kentucky (e.g., LPCA, LPA, CSW, LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, or similar) 
• Experience providing therapy to children, adults, or families 
• Strong commitment to inclusivity, trauma-informed care, and continued growth 
• Willingness to complete documentation and treatment planning per agency standards 

Contact Information 

Contact Name: Jenifer Jimison 

Organization: Mindful Mending 

Address: 1169 Eastern Parkway Suite G28 

Phone: 502-431-2587 

Email: hello@mindfulmending.com 

Applicants may submit their resume through the application link on the website: https://www.mindfulmending.com/application 

Posted 10/29/2025

House of Ruth

Housing Case Manager

Immediate Supervisor:   Director of Housing
FLSA Classification:   Full-time/Exempt

Overview:
House of Ruth is a 33-year-old nonprofit HIV/AIDS services organization with a mission of strengthening lives for those affected by HIV/AIDS. We do this by offering housing and support services with a holistic focus on low-income individuals who are HIV-positive, as well as their family members who count on them for financial and emotional support.
Ours is a culture that values professionalism and integrity, along with an unwavering commitment to House of Ruth’s mission. The successful candidate is a hands-on problem solver who takes the job duties very seriously but is able to find humor in the day-to-day, sometimes unpredictable occurrences of a nonprofit that provides direct services to an underserved client population.

Job Summary:
Assists individuals in gaining and maintaining permanent housing and providing ongoing clinical-focused case management supports needed to maintain a stable living environment. Uses the principles of Housing First, person-centered care, and strengths-based case management, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction.

Qualifications:

• Master’s in social work or related degree required.
• State certification required. At minimum, Certified Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate, or Licensed Marital and Family Therapist-Associate.
• Valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation required.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts individual assessments and develops service plans to overcome barriers to gaining and maintaining safe, stable housing.
• Conducts in-home visits and coordinates services to assist individuals in gaining and maintaining safe, stable housing.
• Assists individuals in locating safe, stable housing by conducting apartment searches and acting as liaison between landlords and individuals.
• Accompanies individuals and/or provides transportation to service providers if needed.
• Provides crisis intervention if needed.
• Documents all service activities.
• Acts as member of House of Ruth team and participates in daily functions and agency responsibilities.
• Additional, selected responsibilities or tasks to be performed from time to time may be required, as necessary.

Physical Requirements:

Physical exertion requirements other than routine, e.g., off- and on-loading, carrying, lifting, or other movements related to the work of the position, will be undertaken with the advice of the supervisor.

Compensation and Benefits:

$50,000 -- $55,000 annually based on experience
Benefits include group health, life, and disability insurance, employer IRA plan, free parking, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional development and more. No on-call schedule.

House of Ruth provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  Furthermore, the employees of House of Ruth do not engage in physically strenuous or physically demanding activities, which would preclude the hiring (or consideration of hiring) of individuals with physical disabilities.

TO APPLY:
Send resume and cover letter to Alisa Taylor, Director of Housing.  No phone calls please.

Posted 10/17/2025

Behavioral Health Liaison -Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC)-Non-Tenured (NT)
Pay Grade14
Salary$51,412.56 - $68,430.24 Annually
Employment TypeJudicial Branch | Administrative Office of the Courts | 37.5 HR/WK

Judicial | Court of Justice
Location717 W Market St
Louisville, KY 40202 USA
Description:  The Administrative Office of the Courts is the operational arm of the Judicial Branch. The court system employs nearly 3,300 personnel who support 406 elected justices, judges, and circuit court clerks.

The Administrative Office of the Courts, Office of Statewide Programs, Department of Specialty Courts has an immediate need for a Behavioral Health Liaison in based Jefferson County but will also serve Bullitt, Spencer, Shelby, Henry, Oldham, Trimble, Carroll, Grant, Gallatin, Boone, Kenton, Owen, Pendleton, and Campbell Counties.

Characteristics of the job: Expand and improve judicial response to mental and behavioral health, co-occurring, substance abuse disorders.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinate state-level stakeholders across systems to strategically support a judicial system of care.
• Perform on-going state-level statutory and policy review to facilitate systemic change and improve access for court involved adults and children.
• Provide technical assistance, support, and training to court-based programs such as Specialty Courts,
• Pretrial, and Family and Juvenile Services.
• Interact and communicate with various groups and individuals such as the justices, judges, county and commonwealth attorneys, public defenders, department of corrections personnel, law enforcement personnel, treatment providers, legislators, justice and public safety representatives, national associations, committee representatives and the public.
• Inform changes on treatment network programs, services, and opportunities.
• Develop reports, publications, resources related to the system of care.
• Develop curriculum and provide training to elected, court personnel, and court-community partners.

Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in related field
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: (2) years of specialized experience

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Associate’s degree and Three (3) Years of Specialized Experience

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Related experience must be in treatment providers and evidence-based practices for Mental and Behavioral health, substance abuse disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders. Preferred licensure: CADC or LCADC
Working Conditions:  Statewide travel is required

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Elizabeth Nichols.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Posted 9/17/2025

Treatment Center Director / Program Manager  BayMark Health Services  Louisville, KY