Early Childhood Development Specialist (Pocahontas)

Early Childhood Development Specialist (Pocahontas)

Closing Date: 04/15/2025

Type of Position:

Other Health Care - Clinical Support

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 preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

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

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:

COM | Peds Kids First Pocahontas

Summary of Job Duties:

This Position is in Pocahontas, Arkansas. We’re looking for an Early Childhood Development Specialist (ECDS) to join our Kids First team in Pocahontas, AR. Kids First is a dynamic and growing organization that is committed to providing the best possible care and developmental intervention for young children.

Our ideal candidate is someone who is passionate about working with children and families, is knowledgeable about early childhood development, and is committed to providing high-quality, individualized care to young children with special healthcare needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree plus at least one of the following: 1) Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education Certificate, 2) A Child Development Associate Certificate, 3) Birth to Pre-K Credential WITH documentation that 12 hours of experience working with children with special needs and 12 hours of coursework in early childhood, child development, special education, elementary education, or child and family studies PLUS six (6) months documented experience working with children.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to administer standardized developmental testing instruments
• Ability to build relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Knowledge of developmental milestones in the birth-five population

Responsibilities:

• Ensures quality of individualized developmental services provided at KIDS FIRST.
• Supports the academic mission of the Kids First program.
• Demonstrates professionalism, continued development of skills, and job-related interest and concern.
• Other duties assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: Proof of Veteran Status, Resume

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, 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:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulating items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Stooping, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes