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ERASE Grant Coordinator (DOH/PHD/FHB #11642)

Salary

 

$26.57 - $39.86 Hourly

$55,273 - $82,909 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C7

Posting Details

 
THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Welcome to the New Mexico Department of Health. To ensure health equity, we work with our partners to promote health and well-being and improve health outcomes for all people in New Mexico.

The Maternal Health Program's main purpose is to assure that all pregnant women have the best possible health care, and that New Mexico's babies have the best possible start in life.

Why does the job exist?

 
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) supports 46 states and 6 U.S. territories and freely associated states via the Enhancing Reviews and Surveillance to Eliminate Maternal Mortality (ERASE MM) program and grant. This funding supports maternal mortality review committees (MMRCs) to identify, review, and characterize pregnancy-related deaths; and identify prevention opportunities. The NM Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC) provides diverse, multidisciplinary expertise to review each death occurring during pregnancy or within one year of a pregnancy to determine: Pregnancy-relatedness; Contributing factors; Prevent-ability; and Actionable recommendations to prevent future deaths.

How does it get done?

 
The Senior Social Services Coordinator position coordinates program activities to prevent maternal mortality, including addressing disparities among diverse populations. 

- Administer and coordinate the requirements for the CDC ERASE Maternal Mortality Program and grant.
- Participate in the MMRC process which includes but not limited to; contribute to the development of case narratives; support case reviews; and participate in analysis of MMRC findings. Assist with successful completion of MMRC process and protocols in all capacity permissible for this position.
- Provide administrative coordination and support to the Maternal Health (MH) Program Manager, MH Fiscal Coordinator, MMRC and its executive committee, and operational staff who fulfill specific roles related to abstraction, analysis, communications, and community engagement and partnership. 
- Provide training, prepare program reports, evaluate and make recommendations for program modifications or
changes to improve program processes.
- Contribute to Title V Maternal Child Health Block Grant requirements and activities related to maternal and perinatal domains.
- Develop relationship and support meeting logistics and minutes, orientation and administrative tracking of MMRC memberships.
- Provide customer service to NMDOH staff, Pregnant Women of NM, MMRC Members and independent practitioners. Participate in special projects and initiatives as required based on NMDOH's need.

Who are the customers?

 
New Mexico Department of Health, Pregnant Women of NM, MMRC Members, Independent practitioners.

Ideal Candidate

 
The ideal candidate will have deep personal knowledge of New Mexico communities impacted by maternal mortality with an understanding of the diverse cultural nuances around discussing death and grieving. The candidate should also have:

- Good writing, communication, and customer service skills.
- Strong facilitation and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of grants administration.
- Strong Microsoft word and Excel knowledge.
- Experience with Web-Based Systems.

Minimum Qualification

 

Associate's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Guidance and Counseling, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Family Studies/Services, Social Sciences, or Human Services and one (1) year of experience as a social work assistant and/or in social or community coordination, working with communities, working on health or social service related matters, social work/case management experience, and/or behavioral health care. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling three (3) years may substitute for the required education and experience.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

 
Office setting. Sitting for long periods of time viewing computer monitor. Repetitive hand movement. Standing, walking, lifting up to 20 lbs. Use of computer, copier and cell phone. Occasional travel will be required.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Tashi Gyalkhar (505) 699-1884 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.

Date Posted
05/16/2026
Job Reference
163769
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Category
Grant Management
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