ChildServe·Des Moines, Iowa
Provide care and treatment for children and young adults with significant medical needs according to individualized care plans. Collaborate with nurses and therapists to promote skill development and maintain accurate documentation of care.
Join ChildServe as a Medical Childcare Assistant and contribute to the great life of children and young adults by supporting their health, growth, and skill development. In this role, you will provide care and assist with treatment services outlined in each child’s individualized care plan. You will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of nurses and therapists to promote each child’s development and skill retention.
ChildServe’s Medical Childcare program provides specialized weekday care for children and teens with significant medical needs and developmental delays, offering a uniquely integrated model of nursing, education, and therapy. Our program is staffed by specially trained caregivers who work alongside nurses, physical, occupational and speech therapists to deliver individualized treatment plans built into the day—allowing families to spend time together after work and school, rather than managing multiple appointments. Child-centered and goal-driven, our program helps children build self-confidence, social competence and life skills in a safe, inspiring environment.
Schedule and Location
30 AM and 6 PM.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Support children and young adults in developing and maintaining skills that promote greater independence.
Provide care and treatment according to individualized care plans, including nursing, therapy, and behavior support within scope of practice.
Create a safe, therapeutic, and engaging environment that encourages growth and well-being.
Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with nurses, therapists, families, schools, and team members to ensure continuity of care.
Follow established procedures and perform additional duties as assigned to support program goals.
Preferred: Two-year degree in human services or education; candidates actively pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree will also be considered. Therapy-related majors are encouraged to apply.
Preferred: Experience working with children with disabilities.
Must successfully complete the Iowa DCI child and adult abuse and criminal background checks, as well as the child abuse affidavit, prior to hire and every two years thereafter.
Must also pass the National FBI criminal record check.
Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
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].
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.
Preferred candidates have a two-year degree in human services or education and experience working with children with disabilities. Must pass comprehensive criminal background checks and be proficient in English.
Market context
In Iowa, Medical Childcare Assistant roles tend to draw steady interest because they combine child support, disability experience, and healthcare-adjacent responsibilities. These positions are competitive when candidates can show a two-year degree in human services or education, experience with children with disabilities, and strong English proficiency. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your background check readiness and highlight any direct care or classroom support experience in your application.
