Childcare Worker (Blind/Deaf/Other Disabled Children Facility)
ほいくし（もう・ろう・あじしせつ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : Nursery Teachers and Kindergarten Teachers
- Minor : Nursery Teachers
Summary
Specialist who provides developmental support and daily life assistance to children with visual, hearing, or other disabilities in facilities for the blind, deaf, and other disabled children.
Description
Childcare Workers (Blind/Deaf/Other Disabled Children Facility) work in specialized facilities attended by children with visual impairments, hearing impairments, or other disabilities. They conduct developmental assessments and create individual support plans, providing support for daily life and communication. They support children's independence using diverse methods such as sign language, Braille, and tactile diagrams, and devise play and learning activities to promote development. Family support, collaboration with other professionals, safety management, and emergency response are also important roles.
Future Outlook
While demand for general childcare workers is flat due to declining birthrates, demand for childcare workers in specialized facilities is increasing due to the need for expertise in disabled children care. The use of ICT and welfare equipment, and comprehensive support through multidisciplinary collaboration are advancing, and acquiring specialized knowledge will be a strength in one's career.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Compassionate / Observant / Patient / Responsible / Team-oriented
Work Style
Day Shifts Only / Full-time/Contract Employee / Part-time / Shift Work / Two Days Off Per Week
Career Path
Childcare Worker → Senior Childcare Worker → Child Development Support Manager → Service Management Supervisor → Facility Director
Required Skills
Braille Reading and Writing / Care and Daily Life Support / Crisis Management / Individual Support Plan Development / Sensory Integration Approach / Sign Language
Recommended Skills
AAC Support / Assessment Tool Utilization / Family Support Techniques / ICT Device Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to grasp subtle developmental changes and health conditions in children. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to utilize various communication methods suited to the characteristics of the disabilities. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously learn specialized knowledge and skills related to childcare for children with disabilities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for mobility assistance and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to respond quickly to sudden behaviors or health issues. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to calmly handle emergency responses and children's unstable behaviors. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because support is provided in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals and families. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is almost no mathematical analysis or quantitative work. |
Related Qualifications
- Childcare Worker Qualification
Aliases
- Deaf Children Childcare Worker
- Disabled Children Childcare Worker
- Visually Impaired Children Childcare Worker
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- After-School Childcare Worker
- Child Development Support Manager
- Child Instructor
- Child Welfare Officer
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