Childcare Worker in Facilities for Children with Intellectual Disabilities
ちてきしょうがいじしせつほいくし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : Nursery Teachers and Kindergarten Teachers
- Minor : Nursery Teachers
Summary
Childcare workers in facilities for children with intellectual disabilities provide daily living support and therapeutic care to children with intellectual disabilities, supporting improvements in their daily living skills and social abilities as specialized professionals.
Description
Childcare workers in facilities for children with intellectual disabilities target children with intellectual or developmental disabilities, planning and implementing individualized life support, play, and learning programs according to each child's developmental stage. They collaborate with parents and related organizations to deliver support based on individual support plans, promoting the children's independence and social participation. Physical care, health management, record-keeping, and information sharing within the team are also important duties.
Future Outlook
Even amid declining birthrates, the importance of welfare for children with disabilities is increasing, with stable demand expected. Enhancements in specialization and team support are required.
Personality Traits
Compassionate / Cooperative / Excellent observational skills / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Childcare Worker in Facilities for Children with Intellectual Disabilities → Child Development Support Manager → Facility Director/Chief Childcare Worker → Community Welfare Coordinator
Required Skills
Communication Support Skills / Creation and Implementation of Individual Support Plans / Developmental Disability Support / Emergency Response
Recommended Skills
AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) / Applied Behavior Analysis / Parent Support Skills / Play Therapy
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Essential for smooth collaboration with children, parents, and staff. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for mobility assistance and outdoor activities, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Required due to the need for flexible responses to individual challenges and behaviors. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide support. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Childcare Worker
Aliases
- Childcare Worker Responsible for Therapeutic Care
- Childcare Worker in Facilities for Children with Disabilities
Related Jobs
- Child Development Support Manager
- Nursery Childcare Worker
- Support Worker for Children with Disabilities