Medical Childcare Assistant (Part-Time)

Childserve; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flex/

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) retirement plan with company 1.

Job summary

ChildServe’s Medical Childcare program seeks a part-time Medical Childcare Assistant to support children and teens with medical needs. You will work with an interdisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, and caregivers to implement individualized care plans and promote growth in a safe environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with nursing, therapy, and behavior support, documenting progress, and collaborating with families and schools.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree in human services or education; candidates actively pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree will be considered.
• Experience working with children with disabilities preferred.
• Must pass Iowa DCI background checks and FBI check prior to hire and every two years thereafter.
• Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young adults in developing and maintaining skills.
• Provide care and treatment according to individualized care plans (nursing, therapy, behavior support within scope).
• Create a safe, therapeutic, engaging environment that encourages growth.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with nurses, therapists, families, schools, and team members.

Skills

English communication

Patient care

Education

Two-year degree in human services or education

Job description

Join Child Serve as a Medical Childcare Assistantand contribute to the great life of children and young adults by supporting their health, growth, and skill development. In this role,you will provide careand assist with treatment services outlined in each child’s individualized care plan. You will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of nurses and therapists to promote each child’s development and skill retention.

About ChildServe’s Medical Childcare Program:

ChildServe’s Medical Childcare program provides specialized weekday care for children and teens with significant medical needs and developmental delays, offering a uniquely integrated model of nursing, education, and therapy. Our program is staffed by specially trained caregivers who work alongside nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists to deliver individualized treatment plans built into the day—allowing families to spend time together after work and school, rather than managing multiple appointments. Child-centered and goal-driven, our program helps children build self-confidence, social competence and life skills in a safe, inspiring environment.

Schedule and Location

Location:

1750 48th Street

Des Moines, IA

20 hours per week, between hours of 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM Monday - Friday.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support children and young adults in developing and maintaining skills that promote greater independence.
• Provide care and treatment according to individualized care plans, including nursing, therapy, and behavior support within scope of practice.
• Create a safe, therapeutic, and engaging environment that encourages growth and well-being.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with nurses, therapists, families, schools, and team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Follow established procedures and perform additional duties as assigned to support program goals.

What You’ll Need:

• Preferred: Two-year degree in human services or education; candidates actively pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree will also be considered. Therapy-related majors are encouraged to apply.
• Preferred: Experience working with children with disabilities.
• Must successfully complete the Iowa DCI child and adult abuse and criminal background checks, as well as the child abuse affidavit, prior to hire and every two years thereafter.
• Must also pass the National FBI criminal record check.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Make a Difference Every Day at Child Serve

• ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
• ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
• Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.