Child Development Technician (Pocahontas, AR)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most! ✨This position is in Pocahontas, AR. 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.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED plus 6 months of experience working in the care of children required.
• Candidate must 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, AA, or a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees