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Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number
SP P
Position Title
IdahoSTARS Child Care Health Consultant
Division/College
College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Department
Center on Disabilities & Human Development
Location
Boise, Twin Falls
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 a variety of 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.
Unit URL
Idaho CDHD | Idaho's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities IdahoSTARS > Home
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 business hours
Additional Preferred Bachelor's Degree in a 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 OR
Bachelor's Degree in any field and at least two years of 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 of experience.
Education and training:
• Licensed health professional
Knowledge of:
• Early child care and education
• Health and safety standards in child care
• Injury prevention for children
• Oral health of children
• 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
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
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 or higher commensurate with experience
Type of Appointment
Fiscal Year
FTE
1.00
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
02/12/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please address all the position requirements in your letter of qualification. Applications received by February 26th, 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
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.