Parent Support Mentor (Pulaski County)-HEI Program Coordinator

Uasys; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Parent Support Mentor for a grant-funded position in Pulaski County. The role supports the Baby and Me program, coordinating training, data collection, and inter-agency communication.

The position emphasizes providing education, building training capacity, and ensuring policy compliance while collaborating with community partners and WC office staff.

Qualifications

• Required Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent (or substituted by related experience/education).
• Preferred Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree; plus one year of specialized training in business management, business education, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Coordination: research and analyze data, prepare reports with findings and recommendations.
• Assist clients in obtaining program information relevant to their needs.
• Teach health behavior skills to clients and provide Baby and Me education.
• Coordinate communication among community groups and program staff for timely updates.
• Develop or revise policies/procedures based on research findings.

Skills

Mathematics knowledge

Statistics knowledge

Family health

Child development

Computers

Software applications

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data analysis

Policy interpretation

Budget proposals

Travel occasionally

Flexible schedule

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree + 1 year training

Job description

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Type of Position:

Clerical

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

MidSOUTH

Department's Website:

midsouth.ualr.edu

Summary of Job Duties:

The Parent Support Mentor is a grant-funded position. This position is located in Pulaski County. The Parent Support Mentor provides training activities and will be a part of a larger team within the county Women Infants & Children (WIC) office. This position will communicate with the grantor and community partners, assist with building training capacity, and collect data for program evaluation. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and (other job-related experience and education may be substituted for all or parts of these basic requirements);

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree; plus one (1) year of specialized training in business management, business education, or a related field.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative Coordination:

• Research and analyze data pertinent to work programs and/or agency/institution goals and objectives and prepare reports explaining findings and recommendations;
• Assists clients in obtaining pertinent information outlined by the program related to their particular needs and how to fulfill those needs;
• Teaches and demonstrates health behavior skills to clients;
• Provide informal education and social skills supports for clients based on identified needs and provide formal educational information based on the Baby and Me curriculum;
• Coordinate communication between community groups, local health unit supervisor, and program supervisor to ensure everyone receives timely updates of program and/or client changes;
• Assist in developing or revising policies, procedures, and directives based on research findings and submit to supervisor for approval;
• Compile program-related information used by the supervisor to formulate budget proposals to determine resources needed and respond to participant correspondence in a timely manner;
• Review and answer or prepare correspondence relating to agency/institution programs;
• Interpret agency administrative directives, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent application;
• Provide information, assistance, and clarifications to interested parties concerning agency/institution programs, policies, and procedures;

Recordkeeping:

• Assist supervisor by maintaining leave records, appointment calendar, and prioritizing incoming correspondence;
• Travel to other local health units as needed to provide community outreach services;
• Maintain timely and accurate data in the database using new RedCap software;
• Submit a weekly work log of day-to-day client activities to Baby and Me Coordinator.

Perform related responsibilities as required and assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of mathematics and statistics;
• Knowledge of the work-related subject areas;
• Knowledge of family health and child development;
• Knowledge of computers and software applications;
• Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports;
• Ability to work as a part of a team;
• Ability to research and analyze related work program information;
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Ability to analyze financial records and prepare reports;
• Ability to develop, recommend, interpret, and apply policies and procedures;
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others;
• Must have good communication skills;
• Ability to travel occasionally, as needed;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule;
• Ability to work independently.

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

$36,000

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Recruitment Contact Information:

Mary Tillman, Administrative Support Manager, [e-mail]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS . Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Driving, Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Benefits Eligible:

Yes