Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Cosmetologist/UKHC Requisition Number RE53387 Working Title Cosmetologist/UKHC Department Name H1110: ESH ACTIVITY THERAPY/DUAL DIAGNOSIS Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 09 Salary Range $21.00-34.29/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education
AA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Current KY Cosmetology License
Physical Requirements
Requires heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds.
Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm.
Job Summary
The ESH Cosmetologist works with patients' hair, skin, and nails. Keeps the work area and equipment clean. Other duties as assigned, such as answering the telephone or making appointments. Maintains records as required. Also providing mental health assistant responsibilities including observation and documentation of the client's well-being and the delivery of appropriate services to promote optimal mental health. These duties include helping individuals deal with addictions/drug abuse, suicide risk, and stress management in an inpatient setting. Under the supervision of licensed staff, facilitates implementation of the Personal Recovery Plan (PRP) within the scope of duties of a non-licensed professional. These duties also include assisting with leading recovery mall and on-unit groups and activities and escorting patients.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Completion of high school or GED is required. At least one year of experience is required. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience
Technical training and two years experience.
Deadline to Apply 06/24/2026 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.
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