Education Specialist

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico’s Center for Development and Disability seeks an Education Specialist to provide education and support coordination to Mi Via Medicaid Waiver participants across New Mexico. You will guide eligibility, pre-planning, service and support plan development, and budget development for your caseload.

You will conduct monthly home and community visits, deliver education and training, and maintain electronic clinical files in line with state guidance, collaborating with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years 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 include bilingual English and Spanish and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with case management and navigating state systems for disability services is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide education and support coordination to Mi Via Medicaid Waiver participants.
• Assist with eligibility, pre-planning, service and support plan development, and budget development.
• Conduct monthly visits to participants in their homes and communities and maintain electronic clinical files.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Bilingual English Spanish

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Education Specialist

Position Summary

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.

Join our team!The CDD Family and Community Partnerships Division is seeking to hire an experienced professional to provide education and support coordination to individuals receiving Mi Via Medicaid Waiver services in New Mexico. The individual hired for this position will help participants navigate the Mi Via Waiver systems. This position will provide assistance and guidance with eligibility, certification, pre-planning, service and support plan development, and budget development as part of their assigned caseload.

The role includes conducting monthly visits to see participants in their homes and community, providing education and training, and maintaining electronic clinical files in compliance with state guidance. The successful candidate will be working with a dynamic team of professionals to meet the needs of individuals and their families throughout New Mexico.

This position requires regular statewide travel.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; at least 3 years 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

***Address in your cover letter how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications***

Experience

• working with and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families;
• in case management and accessing state and community systems, services and resources for persons with disabilities and their families;
• with self-directed supports and person-centered planning tools leading to the development and implementation of goals and activities.

Bilingual in English and Spanish and good verbal and written communication skills preferred.

Strong analytic, problem solving and writing skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Skill in the use of computers and navigating multiple software programs.

Additional Requirements

This position requires regular statewide travel and passing a background check with fingerprinting.

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Term - Full-Time

Term End Date

06/30/2027

Status

Exempt

Pay

Monthly: $3,841.07 - $5,148.00

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

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

9/18/2026

Eligible for Hiring Incentive

No

Eligible for Remote Work

No

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 decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother 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.