Job Description

We’re excited to add an Inpatient Pediatric Recreation Therapy Assistant (PRN) to our team! In this role, you’ll support child development through fun, meaningful one-on-one and group activities within our inpatient programs. From helping kids experience special moments like prom, trick-or-treating, graduation, and talent shows to joining them on community outings, like fishing trips, park adventures, and even visits to the Iowa State Fair, you’ll help create memories that last a lifetime.

What You'll Do

• Care:Implement developmentally appropriate individual and group activities according to the care plans, recreational therapist and Child Life Specialist.  Provide positive and developmentally appropriate interaction, treating all children/young adults with dignity and respect.  Assist with planning and implementing special events, holidays, birthday, and outings.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely records according to ChildServe policy.
• Communication: Communicate with all children/young adults, team members, and families in a courteous and professional manner.  Communicate with Recreational Therapist and Child Life Specialist closely regarding activities provided.  
• Collaboratewith the interdisciplinary team regarding the child/young adult’s activities and schedule in order to provide the optimal level of support.
• Environment:  Provide and maintain a therapeutic environment for care and treatment. Clean toys, equipment, and play areas according to infection control procedures. Reports environmental problems to appropriate staff.

What You'll Need

• Required: One year of college education in Early Childhood or Child Development.
• Preferred: Associates in one of these areas.
• Preferred: Minimum of one year of experience serving children or adults with disabilities.
• Ability to work independently with basic verbal and written instructional guidance from others.
• Maintain positive working relationships and demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with others, both verbally and in writing, and foster effective relationships with co-workers, children, and families.
• Ability to accept and initiate change, have patience and understanding, and work within a team environment.
• Must exercise confidentiality regarding the affairs of clients, staff, their families, and Child
• Lift up to 35lbs, be mobile within the clinic areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively for understanding, in writing and verbally.

Why ChildServe?

ChildServehas 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 life. 
• We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 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.

Job Tags

Relief, Flexible hours,

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