Program Specialist

The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

The Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Programs Division is seeking a dedicated and organized Program Specialist to oversee and administer the day-to-day operations of NM START.

Under general supervision, this position will oversee the day to day work of the crisis prevention/intervention coordination team as well as the therapeutic coaching team. This would include organizing the participant file for weekly medication consults, regular quality assurance activities such as document reviews, QA monthly updates, and quarterly reports. Will support monthly clinical education team meetings as well as quarterly advisory council meetings to include development of materials, note taking during presentations and data transfer following meetings. This position will also organize policy and procedure manuals to prepare for program certification through NCSS.

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See the Position Description for additional information.

• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.

High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

**Be sure to address our preferred qualifications listed below in your cover letter**

Experience with managing expenses through Pcard purchases.

Proven experience in effectively liaising with both internal and external stakeholders.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely to diverse groups and people with disabilities.

Fluent in both English and Spanish.

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The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.