Child Development Technician - Kids First Searcy

Overview

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

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Closing Date: 03/29/2026

Type of Position: Social Sciences

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) supports teamwork and diversity and is committed to being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS Benefits (
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

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most! This position is in Searcy, 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 ideal for someone who is:

• Passionate about early childhood development
• Caring, patient, and energetic
• Motivated to positively impact children and families

• High School diploma/GED plus 6 months of experience working in the care of children
• Additional education, including CCOT, CDA, AA, or a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, may be substituted for the experience requirement
• Candidate must pass state abuse registry checks, drug screen, TB skin test, and required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations

• 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

Commensurate with education and experience

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

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