What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Development Technician - Kids First Searcy position at University of Arkansas for Medical Science?
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department:COM | Peds Kids First Searcy
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KIDS FIRST is a compassionate, child-centered program dedicated to serving children with special healthcare needs from six weeks to five years old. Within our pediatric day healthcare clinics, children for with developmental delays and other special medical needs receive intensive, nurturing, and individualized early developmental services-setting the foundation for lifelong growth and success.
About the Role: Child Development Technician:
In this hands-on and rewarding role, the Child Development Technician partners closely with the Early Childhood Development Specialist to provide daily care, support, and developmental interventions for children from birth to age five with special medical and developmental needs.
This position is perfect for someone who is:
*Passionate about early childhood development
*Caring, patient, and energetic
*Motivated to positively impact children and families
Why Join KIDS FIRST?
Because here, your work isn't just a job-it's a calling. Every day, you help children grow, thrive, and reach their full potential which truly changes lives.Qualifications:
High School diploma/GED plus 6 months of experience working in the care of children
Additional education, including CCOT, CDA, AA, or a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Candidate must pass state abuse registry checks, drug screen, submit to a TB skin test, and required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations.
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Responsibilities:
Provides quality direct patient care for a group of young children, including serving mealtimes, assisting with feeding, diapering, and dressing.
Providing developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance within daily scheduled activities.
Follow the direction of the ECDS to provide individualized developmental services in their assigned treatment rooms in a manner that is child-centered, family-focused, and demonstrates evidence-based or best practice.
Establishes exciting learning environments for young children and applies the curriculum to address the objectives contained in each child's treatment plan.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, FBI Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Salary : $50,000