ChildServe·Des Moines, Iowa
The Medical Childcare Assistant provides direct care and treatment services to children with medical needs based on individualized care plans. They collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of nurses and therapists to support skill development and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.
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.
About ChildServe’s Medical Childcare Program: 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.
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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.
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. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Candidates should ideally possess a two-year degree in human services or education and have experience working with children with disabilities. Applicants must successfully pass criminal background checks and be able to communicate effectively 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.