Developmental Support Assistant at Presbyterian… · 32 Unser…

Summary: Presbyterian Medical Services is a non-profit organization providing diverse services in New Mexico, including early childhood education. The Developmental Support Assistant role involves working across multiple classrooms to assist children requiring additional support. Responsibilities: - This position works within multiple classrooms across the assigned county to provide targeted assistance to children requiring additional support Required Qualifications: - 18 years or older - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required - Must have one of the following: Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential for preschool-aged children; OR State-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers including the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC); OR One-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OR Office of Head Start approved CDA equivalent; OR enrolled within ten business days of hire in one of the above programs that will be completed within two years; OR an Associate or Bachelor's degree (in any area) or enrolled in a program leading to such a degree - Must complete a 45-hour entry level course or an approved three credit early care and education course or equivalent approved by the New Mexico Children Youth & Families Department prior to or within six months of hire - Experience working with children ages birth through five years in an early childhood environment preferred - Bilingual Spanish / English or Navajo / English preferred - Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document 'BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources' posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times - This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: Health exam (and annually thereafter in accordance with PMS Policies) - TB Test (and upon exposure in accordance with PMS Policies) - In accordance with the federal Head Start Act, Section 648A(g) and the New Mexico Administrative Code 8.8.3., this position requires: Criminal Background Checks Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working with children ages birth through five years in an early childhood environment - Bilingual Spanish / English or Navajo / English Required Skills: Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC), Early Childhood Education certificate, First Aid certification, BLS/CPR certification, Bilingual Spanish/English, Bilingual Navajo/English Benefits: $1,000 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS, Nine paid holidays and generous PTO, Medical, dental & vision insurance, Free Life & LTD coverage, Free discretionary pension plan contribution, Employee recognition and engagement activities, Robust training program, Tuition reimbursement