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**WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD**
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 student Program Support Assistant will provide general administrative support to the FOCUS Programs, which are part of Early Childhood Home and Family Services Division at the Center for Development and Disability. There are two student positions available, each 20 hours per week. Work is at CDD (2300 Menaul Blvd NE) during regular business hours M-F 8am-5pm. Student must have reliable transportation.
The FOCUS Program provides integrated, comprehensive medical care for families impacted by substance use, home-based early intervention, and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health and trauma-informed assessment and treatment services. The student will also assist with the FAN (Facilitating Attuned INteractions) training event preparations. Student will collaborate with other administrative staff to support the day-to-day operations within the Specialized Early Childhood Unit. The student Program Support Assistants will be part of an administrative team, supporting direct service staff, clinicians, and managers.
Specific duties will include:
- Filing client records
- Data entry
- Create client files
- Organize supplies and materials
- Create intake/informational packets
- Some lifting of up to 10 lbs.
The successful candidate will have the following qualities:
- Positive and flexible attitude, ready to help
- The ability to work in an environment that supports at-risk children and families in need.
- Punctual and reliable attendance
- Advanced organizational and time-management skills
- Adaptable to change, able to handle last-minute work assignments, and unafraid of working hard.
- Effective communication skills as demonstrated through the interview process
- Sensitivity and awareness when working with confidential information
**Be sure to include a cover letter addressing our preferred qualifications listed below **
Interpersonal skills for engagement with clinical, administrative, and direct service staff.
Knowledge and skills with technology and software, including proficiency with MS Office Word, Excel and databases applications.
Advanced organizational skills
Experience in customer service-focused positions
Experience with confidential material, HIPPA rules, and regulations.
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To be considered for this student position: 1.) Complete the official application; be sure to include all prior work experience. 2.) Attach your Current Resume; listing three Supervisors for References. 3.) Attach your Cover Letter that addresses our Preferred Qualifications. 4.) Incomplete Applications may not be considered. These student positions will require passing a Background Check with Fingerprinting.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.