Clinical Manager Autism Services (Full-Time)

As the Clinical Manager - Autism Services you will provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight for ChildServes Autism Day Program ensuring the delivery of high-quality evidence-based services that support children and families. Serving as a subject matter expert this role leads the development implementation and continuous improvement of autism programming while mentoring and supporting clinical staff and program leaders. The Clinical Manager collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams - including therapy nursing ABA families and community partners - to promote coordinated effective care and positive outcomes. Based at ChildServes Des Moines location this position provides direct support and oversight for all autism services delivered at that site.

How Youll Make an Impact

• Program Leadership & Clinical Excellence - Provide leadership and oversight for the Autism Day Programs curriculum structure and service philosophy across multiple Iowa locations. Model effective engagement strategies and individualized goal implementation with children receiving services. Lead quality improvement initiatives and monitor program outcomes to ensure high-quality service delivery. Serve as a subject matter expert on autism supports sensory needs communication strategies and behavior support practices.
• Evidence-Based Practice & Collaboration - Partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated child-centered care. Promote and monitor the consistent implementation of evidence-based practices that support skill development communication and self-regulation. Provide clinical guidance and coaching to program leaders and staff on best practices within Autism Day Program classrooms.
• Team Leadership & Family Experience - Recruit train coach and develop high-performing teams through effective supervision and performance management. Foster employee engagement satisfaction and retention through strong leadership and support. Address family feedback and concerns in a timely professional manner to ensure a positive family experience.
• Compliance & Operational Oversight - Ensure compliance with all internal policies external regulations accreditation standards and service requirements. Maintain accountability for program operations including service authorizations utilization billing processes and budget performance. Drive operational efficiency and financial stewardship while ensuring exceptional care outcomes.

What Youll Need

• Masters degree.
• Five years of experience working with children with autism.
• Experience with classroom management group instruction trauma informed care early autism intervention and challenging behavior support is strongly preferred.
• Clinical License required. BCBA certification and license is preferred.
• Must qualify as a ChildServeauthorized driver including maintaining a valid drivers license for the past three years and passing required vehicle safety and motor vehicle record checks.
• Lift up to 35lbs be mobile within the clinic areas and frequently bend lift reach and stand.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively and professionally in reading writing and speaking the English language.

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 ChildServe

• ChildServepartners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live agreatlife.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowas only childrens specialty hospital offering a variety of services and programs to meet each childs unique needs.
• ChildServesfour 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 childs needs in one location.
• Established in 1928 ChildServeproudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6000 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 emailprotected. ChildServeis an Equal Opportunity Employer.