Skill Development Specialist (full-time)

ChildServe·Johnston, Iowa

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 9 days ago

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1 personal care, supervision, and training for children with special health care needs in their homes and community settings. Teach daily living skills to foster independence and accurately document all observations and services provided.

ChildServe's Supported Community Living (SCL) service has a Full-time job for you! As a Skill Development Specialist, you will provide 1:1 personal care, skill development, supervision, and training for children with special health care needs in a child’s home and integrated community settings. Schedule Flexible scheduling with most shifts occurring after 4pm Monday through Friday, or on weekends. **This is a full-time position*
How You’ll Make an Impact Have fun and work 1:1 with children with special health care needs in the child’s home and/or community. Teach daily living skills that will help make children more independent. Ongoing training and supervision provided. What You’ll Need: Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. Experience working with or caring for children with special health care needs preferred. Basic computer skills and have reliable access to the internet to complete required documentation and online trainings. Good oral and written communication skills and can accurately document all observations, significant events, and services provided. Must be willing to provide transportation as a ChildServe authorized driver, if required. This includes passing a motor vehicle record check and car safety check and able to provide a valid driver’s license and insurance. Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing and speaking the English language. Ability to lift up-to 35 lbs. be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand. 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. 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.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and possess basic computer skills. Candidates must be willing to provide transportation as an authorized driver and be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

high school
Communication
Documentation
Training
Supervision
Transportation
Computer skills
Time management
Daily living skills
Skill development
Personal care

Benefits

Ongoing training
Supervision

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Johnston, Iowa
Posted: Aug 31, 2026
Application: Employer website

Iowa Skill Development Specialist Market Context

In Iowa, full-time Skill Development Specialist roles typically require dependable transportation, basic computer skills, and readiness to support individuals consistently in community or service settings. Candidates may be more competitive when they demonstrate reliability, comfort lifting up to 35 pounds, and willingness to complete ongoing training and supervision. This platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits come from the original job description, saving research time; review transportation and driver-authorization details before applying.

Skill Development Specialist (full-time)

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