We have an opening for aDay Habilitation LeadThis team member will contribute to a great life for individuals by supporting their health and skill development and retention. In addition, the role will provide or assist with care, delivery of services, and community integration of Day Hab participants.Pay for this role is $19/hr.

Schedule/Where You’ll Be

• $19/hr.
• M-F 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Johnston, IA Campus

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Care Delivery: Leads group and individual activities to build community integration, independence, and social skills; implements Individual Care Plans; administers medications and treatments per policy; ensures dignity, privacy, and positive behavior support.
• Activity & Environment Management: Plans and adapts activities/field trips for accessibility; coordinates transportation and community resources; maintains a safe, therapeutic, and clean environment following infection control and safety standards.
• Team & Communication: Mentors and supports staff, ensures continuity of care, attends meetings, and fosters a positive team culture; communicates professionally with families, supervisors, and staff regarding updates and changes.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintains accurate, timely records for care, medications, observations, and adverse events; reviews staff documentation; completes required forms and ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Professional Development & Policy Adherence: Identifies training needs, participates in continuing education, mentors others; follows ChildServe policies, CARF standards, confidentiality, and safety procedures; performs additional duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Education & ExperienceFour-year degree preferred; minimum one year working with individuals with disabilities.
• Technical & Physical SkillsProficient in medication administration, behavior support, g-tube feedings, seizure management, and lifting/transferring; able to lift up to 35 lbs and perform frequent physical tasks.
• Behavior & CommunicationMaintain calm under changing conditions and elevated behaviors; communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Compliance & DrivingComplete background checks; meet ChildServe driver criteria, obtain Chauffeur license if needed, and provide a well-maintained personal vehicle for transportation.
• Leadership & TeamworkAbility to lead teams, promote collaboration, hold staff accountable, and support skill development.

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailingcareers@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

• 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.orgChildServeis an Equal Opportunity Employer.