POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT 

Please note required qualifications. 

TITLE: Parent Consultant Serving Parents of Children and Youth with Special Health

Care Needs assigned to the Utah Developmental Assessment Clinic (UDAC)

LOCATION: UDAC and/or UPC Offices with Hybrid Option Available

JOB STATUS: 20 hours per week/40 hours per 2 week pay period 

PAY RATE: $19.70/hour

OPENING DATE: Monday, July 20, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Monday, August 03, 2026  or When Filled with a Qualified Candidate

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an employee of the Utah Parent Center (UPC), the Parent Consultant assigned to the Utah Developmental Assessment Clinic (UDAC) provides family-centered peer support, information, education, and systems navigation to families of children with developmental disabilities and special health care needs. Working as part of the Utah Family Voices Family-to-Family Health Information Center, the Parent Consultant partners with UDAC providers and staff to ensure families receive timely information, support, and connections to resources that promote informed decision-making and successful access to services. This role reflects the longstanding parent-to-parent model of service delivery utilized by the Utah Parent Center.

• Assists parents of children and youth with special health care needs.
• Works with parents and others individually to provide information and peer support to help them effectively collaborate with relevant providers, agencies, and organizations serving children with special health care needs and disabilities.
• Dedicated support within the Utah Developmental Assessment Clinic to meet with families accessing the clinic, while also providing support by phone, email, and virtual meetings as appropriate.
• Helps families obtain healthcare and related services, resolve concerns, and identify programs and services to meet their children’s and family’s needs.
• Empowers parents by helping them gain the skills needed to build effective partnerships with healthcare and key professionals.
• Provides training and materials for both parents and professionals.
• Offers information and referrals to various agencies and service providers.
• Serves as a parent representative on system-level committees and other assigned roles.
• Participates in ongoing training, including UPC staff meetings and professional trainings.
• Conducts all contacts and interactions professionally, maintaining the highest standards of respect and service.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all activities and services, in accordance with Utah Family Voices Family-to-Family Health Information Center guidelines and UPC Policies and Procedures.

GENERAL JOB RELATIONSHIPS: 

• Reports directly to the Utah Parent Center Associate Director and/or designated Project Coordinator.
• Works collaboratively with Utah Family Voices staff, UDAC providers, clinic personnel, and community partners.
• Develops positive working relationships with families, healthcare providers, educators, and community agencies to improve coordination of services.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

A qualified candidate: 

• REQUIRED: Must be the parent of a child with a disability or special health care needs – as a parent-to-parent model of service delivery will be utilized. 
• Must demonstrate the ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing.
• Must have computer and Google Suite experience, ability to access and use online resources and databases.
• Must accommodate flexible scheduling (early mornings, evenings and weekends sometimes required).
• Must be willing/available to travel as needed; use of reliable personal vehicle is required.
• Provide proof of automobile insurance & pass a background check.
• Has good organizational and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to facilitate effective conflict resolution.
• Is a self-started and self-motivated individual who is proficient in researching information and problem-solving independently.
• Has experience in effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Has knowledge of services and programs available for parents of children with special health care needs and the health care system of care.
• Has a high school diploma required (minimum) plus experience with parent-to-parent support and family leadership.
• Spanish speaking is helpful, but not required.

TO APPLY, SUBMIT (by email, mail, or in person): 

1. Letter describing interest in and qualifications for the position AND
2. Current resume including professional references 

Please include both the letter and resumé when responding.  An application will be required from qualified candidates selected for an interview.

SUBMIT TO:
Utah Parent Center Email: recruiting@utahparentcenter.org
Attention:  Esperanza Reyes
5296 S Commerce Drive, Suite 302, Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Phone: (801) 272-1051

2026 UDAC Position Description