Child Development Technician - Kids First Searcy

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Searcy, AR, US
Base: commensurate with education + experience; bo...
Direct patient care for young children
Developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance
Individualized developmental services
KIDS FIRST is a compassionate, child-centered program dedicated to serving children with special healthcare needs from six weeks to five years old

Job Summary

  • KIDS FIRST is a compassionate, child-centered program dedicated to serving children with special healthcare needs from six weeks to five years old.
  • The Child Development Technician partners closely with the Early Childhood Development Specialist to provide intensive, nurturing, and individualized early developmental services.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement contributions, education discounts, and career training opportunities.

Matching Summary

KIDS FIRST is a compassionate, child-centered program dedicated to serving children with special healthcare needs from six weeks to five years old.

Salary

Base: Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Education discount, Life Insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care for young children
  • Developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance
  • Individualized developmental services
  • Child-centered and family-focused care
  • Evidence-based early childhood interventions

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for early childhood development
  • Caring, patient, and energetic attitude
  • Motivated to impact children and families

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 6 months experience in child care
  • CCOT, CDA, AA, or Bachelor’s degree may substitute experience
  • Pass state abuse registry checks
  • Drug screen and TB skin test
  • Required immunizations or proof thereof
  • Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, FBI Background Check

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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