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Form of work As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the children and young adults with daily living and encouraging their independence. CNAs work with the supervisor, therapists, nursing staff, and families in program development and implementation. Examples include assisting the children and young adults with personal cares, preparing meals, caring for household, community exposure/ involvement, and other life skills areas.
Schedule
Week 1: Monday- Friday 2pm-10pm
Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday 2pm-10pm
Benefits and Compensation
Wage: $16.88-$21.02 based on experience, plus shift differentials ($1/hr 2-6pm $3.50/hr 6-10pm)
This role is full-time and eligible for health benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and a 403B retirement account. PTO is frontloaded upon hire and starts accruing immediately.
About ChildServe's Medical Group Home
ChildServe's Medical Group Home offers 24-hour support and specialized nursing care. The home offers a comfortable, nurturing environment for children and adults who need round-the-clock supervision or medical care. Our spacious home-like environment, caring staff members, and emphasis on community involvement and recreational activities offer an inviting place for children and young adults with special healthcare needs to enjoy full lives. We offer individualized treatment plans that focus on caring for the whole child. ChildServe’s staff members promote skill development, independence, and decision making as appropriate for each child’s hopes, dreams, and needs.
What You'll Do
- Assist the children or young adults in becoming as independent as possible in personal cares, preparing meals, caring for household, and other life skills areas.
- Assist with transportation as needed
- Assists the children or young adults with treatments as appropriate and is knowledgeable of medications and times they are to be given
- Assists with community involvement such as community recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities and more.
What You'll Need
- Experience: Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
- Must be willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Iowa. Med Aide or Medication Manager certifications a plus.
- Ability to lift up to 35lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
- This position is subject to COVID vaccination or exemption requirements. This will be discussed in your phone interview.
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.
Why ChildServe?
ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:
- Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great
- We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5600 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
- Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
- Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
- We believe our differences make us great. We are on a continuous journey to create an environment where different perspectives are valued and all feel safe and welcome.
- We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.
Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!
ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
