About this opportunity
University of Idaho lists this Child Care Health Consultant opportunity in moscow, Idaho. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Details
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number
SP P
Position Title
Child Care Health Consultant
Division/College
College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Department
Center on Disabilities & Human Development
Location
Off Campus Location - Pocatello
Posting Context Statement
The Center on Disabilities and Human Development (CDHD) is an independent unit within the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences. The CDHD is supported through a federal infrastructure grant with numerous projects funded through sponsored accounts. The CDHD improves the lives of people with disabilities and their families by educating an interdisciplinary workforce, providing training and technical assistance within communities, conducting research, providing direct services, and disseminating evidence-based information.
Position Overview
IdahoSTARS is a statewide program funded by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare-Block Grant. It is designed to assist parents by offering child care referrals and information about quality child care settings, as well as to assist child care providers with professional development opportunities and resources. The IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant 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.
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Position Qualifications
Required Experience
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
Required Education Bachelor's Degree
Required Other Ability to travel
Ability to work non-standard hours as needed
Additional Preferred
Education and training: Licensed health professional
Degree or experience with the health care field such as nutrition, dietetics, oral health, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, pediatric nursing, community health nursing, health educators, pediatric play therapy, child life specialist, environmental health
Bachelor's Degree and two years' experience in a health related setting such as an emergency responder, early childhood mental health endorsee, or any other health related certification with two years' experience
Knowledge of: Early childcare and education
Health and safety standards in childcare
Injury prevention for children
Oral health of children
Children with special health care needs in childcare 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 multiple projects simultaneously
Portray a professional demeanor
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions None
Degree Requirement
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
Posting Information
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Employee Category
Classified
Pay Range
$25.00 per hour depending on education and experience
Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Funding
This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
No
Posting Date
09/13/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please address all the position requirements in your letter of qualification. Applications received by October 12, 2026 will receive first consideration.
Applicant Resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Worksite address
moscow, ID, 83843, US
Who can apply
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