Parent Consultant – Parent Training and Information Center

Support parents of children and youth with disabilities statewide through information, peer support, training, referrals, and parent-professional partnerships. This position is based at the Utah Parent Center’s Murray office with partial remote work, 20 hours per week.

Please note required qualifications.

Utah Parent Center - Murray Office (See address for UPC below) & Partial Remote (Provides Services Statewide)

20 hours per week/40 hours per 2 week pay period

$19.70/hour - includes benefit allotment

Friday, October 2, 2026

Friday, October 16, 2026 or When Filled with a Qualified Candidate

As an employee of the Utah Parent Center (UPC or Center)

• works from the Center’s main office in Murray as a neutral party to assist parents who have children, youth or young adults with disabilities and special needs
• works with parents and others individually and in groups, to inform and train them in their rights, roles, and responsibilities
• provides information and peer support to parents individually to help them work appropriately within the school system (special education) and with other agencies or organizations serving individuals with disabilities to obtain services, resolve concerns, and design programs and services to meet the needs of their children and/or family
• helps parents gain the necessary skills to build effective partnerships with educators and professionals
• works with educators and professionals to create effective parent-professional partnerships
• provides, as necessary, training and materials for parents and professionals
• provides information and referral to various agencies, service providers
• attends UPC staff meetings, and professional conferences and training, and some other activities with Center staff

Responsible directly to the UPC Associate Director and/or Project Coordinators as assigned. Works cooperatively with all staff members, volunteers, and Board members. Works collaboratively with parents and professionals from various agencies and in the community.

• Required:
  Must be the parent of a child with a disability (Parent-to-Parent model of service delivery).
• Can successfully undergo a background check.
• Is a self-started and self-motivated individual who is proficient in researching information and problem-solving independently.
• 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 morning, evenings and weekends sometimes required).
• Must be willing/available to travel across the state as needed; use of reliable personal vehicle is required.
• Provide proof of automobile insurance.
• Has good organizational and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to facilitate effective conflict resolution.
• Has experience in effective public speaking and presentation skills and experience.
• Has knowledge of services and programs available for parents of children and youth with disabilities.
• Understands parents’ special education Procedural Safeguards/rights and the IEP process.
• High school diploma required (minimum) plus experience.
• Spanish-speaking helpful, but not required.

Pay $19.70/hour - includes benefit allotment