Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker

Requisition ID

req38232

Working Title

Community Health Worker

Position Grade

09

Position Summary

The Division of Prevention and Population Sciences at the Department of Pediatrics at the University of New Mexico is seeking highly motivated Community Health Workers to implement an after-school program in middle schools throughout New Mexico.

This position is on-call and will primarily support after-school programming. Work schedules will vary based on school and program needs and are expected to average approximately 10 hours per week during program operation.

This is a new after-school program funded by the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) as part of the HB2 Out of School Time Program and will utilize the Transformative Leadership framework as its primary curriculum. Selected candidates will coordinate an after-school program for middle school students and communicate the purpose of the program and its potential impact to students, parents, and school personnel.

Responsibilities include documenting student attendance and program activities through EZReports and other required systems; completing and submitting weekly reports; maintaining student files; and documenting activities, program plans, and outcomes in an effective manner. Selected candidates will assist participants at school sites, facilitate the Transformative Leadership curriculum and other program initiatives for which they will be trained, and encourage consistent participation and program completion.

Individuals in this position will work closely with school staff and community partners to facilitate curriculum delivery and program activities, support implementation of established safety procedures and protocols, help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all participants, and facilitate communication and coordination among students, parents, and school personnel.

Additional responsibilities include coordinating and monitoring daily program activities, including participants' attendance, progress, and completion of the curriculum. Selected candidates will continuously expand their knowledge and understanding of the Transformative Leadership framework and other program initiatives and will engage both independently and collaboratively in ongoing professional development and learning activities.

The position requires travel to assigned school sites to support the after-school program, to community locations as needed, and to UNM or other designated locations for training, meetings, and program activities.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Coordinate an after-school program for middle school students. Communicate program goals, activities, and benefits to students, parents/guardians, and school personnel.
2. Maintain program records and documentation. Track student attendance using EZReports and other required systems, complete and submit required reports, maintain participant files, and document program activities, implementation, and outcomes.
3. Facilitate after-school programming and curriculum. Support participants at assigned school sites, facilitate the Transformative Leadership curriculum and other approved program initiatives, and encourage consistent participation and engagement.
4. Collaborate with school staff and community partners to support implementation of program activities and curriculum.
5. Promote participant safety and wellbeing by ensuring appropriate supervision, adherence to established protocols, and a safe environment for all program participants.
6. Coordinate communication and daily program operations. Serve as a liaison between students, families, school personnel, and program staff. Monitor participant attendance, engagement, and progress toward program objectives.
7. Maintain knowledge of the Transformative Leadership framework and other program initiatives and participate in required training and professional development activities.
8. Travel to assigned school sites to support program activities, to community locations as needed, and to UNM or other designated locations for required meetings, training, and program-related activities.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Fingerprinting, and subsequent clearance, may be required for this position depending on assignment.
• May be required to obtain a Community Support Worker (CSW) certification within six months of hire.
• 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.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children, youth, and families.
• Experience coordinating programs at school sites or community-based organizations.
• Experience with after-school programs.
• Experience supporting middle and/or high school youth leadership, leadership development, or positive youth development.
• Experience with grant-funded programs, data collection, reporting, or program evaluation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, educators, administrators, and community partners.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Experience supporting inclusive and community-centered youth programs.

Additional Requirements

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Peds Prvn and Population Sciences (997E)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

On-Call

Term End Date

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $19.00 - $24.77

Benefits Eligible

This is not a benefits eligible position.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

10/20/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

No

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application will consist of a current resume, cover letter and references. Describe in your cover letter how you meet the preferred qualifications for the position. Include three references in your resume. The references must be former supervisors. Please complete the on-line application, include hours worked for each position.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

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.