Developmental Support Assistant

Qualifications: REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: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; ORState-awarded certificate for center-based preschool teachers including the New Mexico Child Development Certificate (CDC); OROne-year certificate in Early Childhood Education; OROffice of Head Start approved CDA equivalent; ORenrolled within ten business days of hire in one of the above programs that will be completed within two years; ORan 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. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: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.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: 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.$500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUSBONUSESAll bonuses are subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirementsABOUT PMSFounded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.