Program Support Assistant

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico's Center for Development and Disability in Albuquerque is seeking a part-time Program Support Assistant to provide essential administrative support for the FOCUS Programs within the Early Childhood Home and Family Services Division.

The role is off-campus at the CDD office with 20 hours per week, regular business hours, and reliable transportation required. Duties include filing, data entry, creating client files, organizing supplies, and intake/informational packets.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Filing client records.
• Data entry.
• Create client files.
• Organize supplies and materials.
• Create intake/informational packets.
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.

Tools

MS Office Word

Excel

Databases applications

Job description

Requisition ID: req37591

Working Title: Program Support Assistant

Pay: $13.50 Hourly

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Student Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required: No

For Best Consideration Date: 8/21/2026

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.

WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION FROM ALL STUDENTS REGARDLESS OF WORK STUDY AWARD

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. Preference will be availability for 20 hours per week. Work is off campus at CDD office. Work hours are scheduled 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. Students will collaborate with other administrative staff to support the day-to-day operations within the Specialized Early Childhood Unit.

The student Program Support Assistant 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
• Occasional lifting of up to 25 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

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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

• 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.

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.