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IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant - Regions 1-2
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Position Number: 5128039
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Child Care Services

University of Idaho

IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant - Regions 1-2

Location: Off Campus Location - Post Falls, Moscow

Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $25.00 per hour or higher commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.0

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
This position promotes healthy and safe child care by assisting with program policy development and implementation of quality health, safety, and nutrition practices in early care and education settings. This position provides coaching, training, and resources to child care directors and providers, families, and regional and statewide partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in a healthcare related field; four years experience in fields such as pediatric nurses, community health nurses, physician assistants or health educators may substitute for a Bachelors Degree

Working on an interdisciplinary team
Developing and implementing health and safety policies
Conducting adult workshops and/or providing training (small and large groups)
Working in child and community health

Preferred Qualifications:
Education and training:

Licensed health professional
Endorsement in Early Childhood Mental Health
Specialized training in child care health consulting

Knowledge of:

Early child care and education
Health and safety standards in child care
Injury prevention for children
Oral health of children
Inclusion of children with special health care needs in child care settings
Safe medication administration
Safe sleep practices and policies
Immunization schedules for children
Developmental screening tools and procedures for use

Ability to:

Maintain a high level of confidentiality
Interact and communicate with others effectively
Use correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar in composing written statements
Manage a variety of projects simultaneously
Portray a professional demeanor
Understand written and spoken English and Spanish languages

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004247P

Posting Date: 03/22/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

Applications received by 4/4/2024 will receive first consideration
Please address all minimum and preferred qualifications in the letter of qualifications

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.