Skill Development Professional

ChildServe•Johnston, IA

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

ChildServe's Supported Community Living (SCL) service has a job for you! As a Skill Development Assistant, you will provide 1:1 personal care, skill development, supervision, and training for children with special health care needs in a child’s home and integrated community settings. This role offers flexible scheduling, with most shifts occurring after 4pm Monday through Friday, or on weekends. You will have fun and work 1:1 with children with special health care needs in the child’s home and/or community, teaching daily living skills that will help make children more independent. Ongoing training and supervision are provided, and this is a great resume builder for those interested in social work, education, therapy, nursing, and psychology.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Basic computer skills
Reliable access to the internet
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing and speaking the English language.
Ability to lift up-to 35 lbs.
Be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with or caring for children with special health care needs
Willingness to provide transportation as a ChildServe authorized driver, if required (includes passing a motor vehicle record check and car safety check and able to provide a valid driver’s license and insurance).

Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 personal care, skill development, supervision, and training for children with special health care needs in a child’s home and integrated community settings.
Teach daily living skills that will help make children more independent.
Complete required documentation and online trainings.
Accurately document all observations, significant events, and services provided.