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Closing Date:

07/26/2024
Type of Position:Social Sciences
Job Type:Regular
Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and familyHoliday, Vacation and Sick LeaveEducation discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMSBasic Life Insurance up to $50,000Career Training and Educational OpportunitiesMerchant DiscountsConcierge 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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Department:COM | Peds Kids First Fort Smith

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:This position is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas

KIDS FIRST serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years. In our pediatric day healthcare clinics, children diagnosed as having a medical condition known to place them at risk for developmental delays and disabilities receive intensive intervention.

The Child Development Technician assists the Early Childhood Development Specialist in providing care and intervention to a group of infants, toddlers and/or preschoolers with developmental delays and special medical needs.
Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED PLUS (6) six months experience working with childrenAdditional education including a CCOT, CDA, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field may be substituted for experience requirement.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Follows the direction of the ECDS to provide developmental services and treatment in a manner that is child-centered, family focused, and demonstrates evidence-based or best practice. Provides rich learning environments for young children, applies curriculum to address the objectives contained in each child’s treatment plan, and implements suggestions of the treatment team. Records accurate data in the patient medical record, compliant with the guidelines set forth by UAMS Kids First and accrediting organizations, according to established timelines. Positively interacts with others demonstrating customer services skills as described below. Accepts other duties as assigned based on clinic need.Provides quality direct patient care for a group of young children according to the policies and procedures set forth by UAMS Kids First including serving mealtimes, assisting with feeding, diapering, dressing, providing developmentally appropriate behavioral guidance within daily scheduled activities.Always maintains active supervision of the children and assures compliance with ratio.Provides coaching and instructional support to Child Development Technicians.Assists with onboarding and mentoring new Child Development Technicians. May assume role of “lead” assistant to ECDS.

Salary Information:

$31,200 annually

Required Documents to Apply:

Proof of Veteran Status

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:Repetitive Motion, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:Kneeling, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Occasional Physical Activity:Crawling, Grasping, Kneeling, Sitting
Benefits Eligible:Yes