Job Description

As theClinical Manager - Autism Services, you will provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight for ChildServe’s Autism Day Program, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based services that support children and families. Serving as a subject matter expert, this role leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of autism programming while mentoring and supporting clinical staff and program leaders. The Clinical Manager collaborates closely with interdisciplinary teams - including therapy, nursing, ABA, families, and community partners - to promote coordinated, effective care and positive outcomes. Based at ChildServe’s Des Moines location, this position provides direct support and oversight for all autism services delivered at that site.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Program Leadership & Clinical Excellence - Provide leadership and oversight for the Autism Day Program’s curriculum, structure, and service philosophy across multiple Iowa locations.Model effective engagement strategies and individualized goal implementation with children receiving services.Lead quality improvement initiatives and monitor program outcomes to ensure high-quality service delivery.Serve as a subject matter expert on autism supports, sensory needs, communication strategies, and behavior support practices.
• Evidence-Based Practice & Collaboration - Partner with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, child-centered care.Promote and monitor the consistent implementation of evidence-based practices that support skill development, communication, and self-regulationProvide clinical guidance and coaching to program leaders and staff on best practices within Autism Day Program classrooms.
• Team Leadership & Family Experience -Recruit, train, coach, and develop high-performing teams through effective supervision and performance management.Foster employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention through strong leadership and support.Address family feedback and concerns in a timely, professional manner to ensure a positive family experience.
• Compliance & Operational Oversight- Ensure compliance with all internal policies, external regulations, accreditation standards, and service requirements.Maintain accountability for program operations, including service authorizations, utilization, billing processes, and budget performance.Drive operational efficiency and financial stewardship while ensuring exceptional care outcomes.

What You'll Need

• Master’s degree
• Five years of experience working with children with autism.
• Experience with classroom management, group instruction, trauma informed care, early autism intervention, and challenging behavior support is strongly preferred.
• Clinical License requiredBCBA certification and license is preferred
• Must qualify as a ChildServe‑authorized driver, including maintaining a valid driver's license for the past three years and passing required vehicle safety and motor vehicle record checks.
• Lift up to 35lbs, be mobile within the clinic areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively and professionally in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.

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

• ChildServepartners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live agreatlife.
• 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’sfour 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, ChildServeproudly 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 ChildServeis an Equal Opportunity Employer.