Child Development Technician - Kids First Fort Smith

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Fort Smith, Arkansas, is seeking a Child Development Technician to assist in providing care and intervention for children with special healthcare needs. The role involves direct patient care, behavioral guidance, and creating engaging learning environments. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in child care, with opportunities for further education.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience working in the care of children.
• Must pass state abuse registry checks and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality direct patient care for young children.
• Establishes exciting learning environments for children.

Skills

Child Care

Behavioral Guidance

Education

High School diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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Closing Date:

06/09/2025
Type of Position: Staff - 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 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.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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Department: COM | Peds Kids First Fort Smith

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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 young children, birth to age 5, with developmental delays and special medical needs.
Qualifications:

• 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, submit to a TB skin test, and required immunizations or provide proof of immunizations.

Additional Information:

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.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

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

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status, Resume
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting relatedquestions.

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

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, FBI Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

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: Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Hearing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Stooping
Occasional Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting
Benefits Eligible: Yes