Autism Day Program Assistant (Full-Time)
About The Position
As an Autism Day Program Assistant, you will contribute to a great life for children by supporting their health skill development and retention. You will provide and assist with care and treatment services to children as designated by their individualized care plan. You will also collaborate directly with an interdisciplinary team of nurses and outpatient therapists to assist with child development. The starting pay for this position is $15.00/hour. Schedule Full time, 40 hours per week Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30 pm What You’ll 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. Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe 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 [email protected]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Must pass the Iowa DCI child and adult abuse and criminal background check prior to hire and every two years thereafter and complete the child abuse affidavit.
- Must also pass the National FBI criminal record check.
- Ability to lift up to 35lbs, be mobile within the classroom and playground areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
Nice To Haves
- Two-year degree in human services or education
- Experience working with children with special healthcare needs
Responsibilities
- 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.
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)
- Our staff are also eligible to participate in the WAGE$ program, which provides an additional stipend to individuals working in eligible early care and educational programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
