Child Devlopment Technician Morrilton, AR.

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Child Development Technician works in the Kids First pediatric day healthcare program in Morrilton, Arkansas, which serves children from six weeks to five years old with special healthcare needs, developmental delays, and other medical needs. The position partners closely with the Early Childhood Development Specialist to provide daily care, support, and developmental interventions.

The role provides direct care and individualized, child-centered developmental services in assigned treatment rooms. The technician helps children grow and thrive through nurturing care and developmentally appropriate activities, in a family-focused setting that follows evidence-based or best practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience working in the care of children.
• Pass state abuse registry checks and drug screening.
• Submit to a TB skin test and have required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education, including CCOT, CDA, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality direct patient care for a group of young children, including serving meals and assisting with feeding, diapering, and dressing.
• Provide developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance within daily scheduled activities.
• Follow the Early Childhood Development Specialist’s direction in providing individualized developmental services in assigned treatment rooms in a child-centered, family-focused manner using evidence-based or best practices.
• Establish engaging learning environments for young children and apply the curriculum to address objectives in each child’s treatment plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED