Northeast School Health Advocate (DOH/PHD/OSAH #11518)

Why does the job exist?

The School Health Advocate (SHA) promotes student and community health and wellness through supporting access to quality health care and the delivery of school health services in the Northeast (NE) Region. This includes through developing collaborations between schools, public health offices, the Office of School and Adolescent Health (OSAH), Public Education Department, and other partners such as non-profit entities, healthcare delivery systems, and local, state, federal, and tribal governmental agencies. The position also provides consultation on complex school health issues, including statutes, regulations, policy, and best practices.

How does it get done?

The SHA promotes student and school community access to quality health care and supports the delivery of school health services delivery in the Northeast Region. This includes through connecting with Department of Health resources to strengthen regional and local infrastructure, with an emphasis on school health. The position coordinates work with the Office of School and Adolescent Health, School Health Officer, Regional Health Officer, other SHA's, and Public Education Department on statewide school health initiatives by assessing, planning, developing and implementing statewide standards, policies, training, and resource materials related to school health. The SHA works with schools and communities to support the development of school community partner capacity to address critical health issues affecting children and adolescents. The SHA also assists the NE Region with vaccine events and outreach such as back-to-school immunizations.

Who are the customers?

• Students, parents/guardians, and schools (including school nurses and health assistants)
• Public Health Office staff
• Office of School and Adolescent Health
• Public Education Department

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Experience as a school nurse or working with teens or populations engaged in risky behavior
• Experience with inter-agency initiatives and special projects at the community level
• Skilled in nursing services for patients with chronic conditions, diseases, illnesses and/or disorders
• Experience developing training courses, including course outlines and course objectives
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in collaborating with and leading healthcare professionals

Minimum Qualification

• Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico and three (3) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.

Employment Requirements

• Successful completion of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) trainings and successful completion of CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act) trainings.
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certified.
• Required to successfully complete blood-borne pathogen training.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage.
• In-state and out-of-state travel may be required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

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Agency Contact Information: Jim Farmer (505-487-0822)
Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.