Child Development Technician; Pocahontas, AR

Closing Date: 01/24/2026

Type of Position: Social Sciences

Job Type: Regular

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

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Department: COM | Peds Kids First Pocahontas

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 with developmental delays and other special medical needs receive intensive, nurturing, and individualized early developmental services-setting the foundation for lifelong growth and success.

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.

• 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.
• Additional education, including CCOT, CDA, AA, or a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

• 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.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and…