Child Development Technician (Little Rock)

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Closing Date:

10/30/2026

Type of Position:

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

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Department:

• COM | Peds Kids First Little Rock
• Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most! ✨This position is in Little Rock, 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.

Qualifications:

• •High School Diploma or GED PLUS 6 months experience working in the care of children additional education including CCOT, CDA, AA, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related filed 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 of 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 apply curriculum to address the objectives contained in each child’s treatment plan.
• •Other Assigned Duties

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Sitting

Salary Information:

• Commensurate with education and experience
• Required Documents to Apply:

• Proof of Veteran Status, Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)
• 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:

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:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes