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Quick overview

The Weekend Respite Service Coordinator is responsible for implementing and overseeing group respite services, including direct care for children and activity planning. The role also involves communication with families and staff, as well as supervising and coaching staff.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma, and experience with children with special health care needs is preferred. Additional training in medication administration and g-tube feedings is required.

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Job description

As a Weekend Respite Service Coordinator, you will be responsible for implementation and oversight of group respite services. Pay for this role is $13.25/hr base with a $4/hr shift differential on the weekends.

Schedule: Friday 5pm – Sunday 6pm

How You’ll Make an Impact • Support Child Development

  • Provide direct care and assist children in building self-care, communication, social, and daily living skills
  • Activity
  • Planning &
  • Supplies: Organize group activities and manage related supply purchases
  • Care
  • Plan
  • Implementation: Follow and provide feedback on children's care plans to supervisors
  • Communication &
  • Coordination: Maintain consistent communication with families, staff, and supervisors to ensure service quality
  • Staff
  • Supervision &
  • Documentation: Coach and supervise staff, ensure proper staffing ratios, and oversee accurate documentation

What You’ll Need

  • Basic
  • Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma; additional education in human services or child development is preferred
  • Experience &
  • Training: Preferably one year of experience with children with special health care needs; must complete specialized training including medication administration and g-tube feedings
  • Skills &
  • Physical
  • Abilities: Must be self-motivated, responsible, and able to work independently; capable of lifting up-to 35 lbs. and performing physical tasks like bending and standing
  • Communication &
  • Transportation: Must communicate effectively in English and be willing to transport children as an authorized driver, meeting all vehicle and licensing requirements

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@childserve.org [careers@childserve.org].

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
  • 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 careers@childserve.org [careers@childserve.org]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan