Uams Kids First Clinic Director - Fort Smith

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Fort Smith, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified (likely onsite due to the nature of the role)
Daily clinic operations management
Family centered care principles
Community outreach and recruitment
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Kids First Clinic Director for its Fort Smith location. This role involves overseeing daily operations of the clinic, ensuring compliance with program standards, and fostering community involvement and family engagement

Job Summary

  • The Kids First Clinic Director is responsible for the daily operations of a UAMS Kids First site in accordance with the Kids First model, core values, and mission.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.
  • The position requires ensuring staff competence through verification of licensure, skills validation, and ongoing education, and maintaining sensitivity and open communication with parents and family members.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Kids First Clinic Director for its Fort Smith location. This role involves overseeing daily operations of the clinic, ensuring compliance with program standards, and fostering community involvement and family engagement.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily clinic operations management
  • Family centered care principles
  • Community outreach and recruitment
  • Budget management and control
  • Staff recruitment and performance management

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative health care organization
  • Teamwork and diversity champion
  • Positive concern for families
  • Active listening and problem-solving

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in early childhood, child development, or related field
  • Four (4) years of experience managing infant and toddler programs
  • Four (4) years of directly supervising the work of others
  • CDA credential or Birth-PreK Credential, preferred
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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