Child Care Health Consultant

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. Unit URLhttps://idahocdhd.org/https://idahostars.orgPosition 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 StatusNon-Exempt
• Employee Category
• ClassifiedPay Range$25.00 per hour depending on education and experience
• Type of Appointment
• Fiscal YearFTE1.0 Full Time/Part TimeFull Time
• FundingThis position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
• A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
• NoPosting Date 09/13/2026 Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial 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 Resourceshttps://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resourcesBackground 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.