Autism Day Program Assistant - (Full-Time)
Autism Day Program Assistant - (Full-Time)
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24-07-2025
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Job Description
Description
As a full timeAssistantin our Autism programyou will contribute to a great life for children ages 2-6 by supporting their health skill development and retention in our Autism Childcare Center. You will provide and assist with care for children of varying functioning levels across the autism spectrum. Through direct collaboration with occupational and speech therapists and a play-based environment you will assist with developmental goals as designated by each childs individualized care plan.
Benefits and Compensation
Benefits that Work for You!
- Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical dental and vision insurance.
- Retirement Planning 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 50% employer match.
- Paid Time Off Generous PTO that accrues from the first day.
- Loan Relief Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Schedule
Monday-Friday
40 hours per week
Work with the hours of operation of 7:00am-5:30pm
40 hours per week
Work with the hours of operation of 7:00am-5:30pm
What Youll Do
- Work in a 1:3 ratio
- Assist the children at ChildServe in becoming as independent as possible and in preparing them to begin school
- Work cooperatively with nurses therapists and other day program employees
- Follow aspects of the care plan within scope to meet individual goals set by therapy
- Provide a safe and consistent environment for care learning and play
- Follow change of shift procedure to assure communication and continuity of care
- Maintain accurate complete and timely records
- Communicate with children families licensed professionals ChildServe personnel schools and the public in a courteous and professional manner
- Perform other duties assigned which may include but not limited to:
- Diapering and toilet training
- Feeding
- Communication via picture exchange communication system (PECS) other communication devices and/or simple sentences
- Managing and controlling emotions
- Managing and controlling aggressive behaviors both child-to-child and child-to-employee
- Aiding in learning and retaining pre-school skills such as pre-writing strokes cutting turn taking etc.
What Youll Need
- Preferred: Two year degree in human services or education
- Preferred: Experience working with children with special healthcare needs
- Must complete and pass the National DCI fingerprint process and child/adult abuse and criminal background check prior to hire and every two years thereafter; and complete the child abuse affidavit.
- Must be able to pass a ChildServe physical examination at commencement of employment and thereafteras regulations require.
- Lift up to 35lb be mobile within the clinic areas and frequently bend lift reach and stand.
- Maintain a calm demeanor in an environment that can change quickly with elevated behaviors and different demands
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading writing and speaking the English language
- This position may be subject to COVID-19 safety requirements. If applicable specific requirements will be discussed during the interview process
Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations Lets talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailingemailprotected.
Why ChildServe
ChildServehas earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Heres why employees love working here:
- Our work matters.We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live agreat life.
- Were not your average non-profit.We serve more than 5800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames Des Moines Iowa City and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
- Our team rocks.Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
- Our learning never stops.As a non-profit dedicated to innovation were proud to help team members gain new certifications continue their education take their expertise to the next level and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
- We believe we our differences make us great.We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued and all feel safe and welcome.
- Were moving forward together.Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.
ChildServe is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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