Skill Development Professional (PRN - Flexible Hours)

ChildServe•Cedar Rapids, IA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Child Serve'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, making this a great resume builder for those interested in social work, education, therapy, nursing, and psychology.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills.
Reliable access to the internet to complete required documentation and online trainings.
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.
Those 18 and over must be willing to provide transportation as a ChildServe authorized driver, if required.
Pass a motor vehicle record check and car safety check.
Able to provide a valid driver’s license and insurance.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with or caring for children with special health care needs preferred.

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.