What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respite Service Coordinator - Weekends (PRN - Flexible Hours) position at ChildServe?
As a Weekend Respite Service Coordinator, you will be responsible for implementation and oversight of group respite services.
Schedule
Friday 5pm – Sunday 6pm
How You’ll Make an Impact
Benefits
Schedule
Friday 5pm – Sunday 6pm
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Support Child Development: Provide direct care and assist children in building self-care, communication, social, and daily living skills
- Activity Planning & Supplies: Organize group activities and manage related supply purchases
- Care Plan Implementation: Follow and provide feedback on children's care plans to supervisors
- Communication & Coordination: Maintain consistent communication with families, staff, and supervisors to ensure service quality
- Staff Supervision & Documentation: Coach and supervise staff, ensure proper staffing ratios, and oversee accurate documentation
- Basic Requirements: Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma; additional education in human services or child development is preferred
- Experience & Training: Preferably one year of experience with children with special health care needs; must complete specialized training including medication administration and g-tube feedings
- Skills & Physical Abilities: Must be self-motivated, responsible, and able to work independently; capable of lifting up-to 35 lbs. and performing physical tasks like bending and standing
- Communication & Transportation: Must communicate effectively in English and be willing to transport children as an authorized driver, meeting all vehicle and licensing requirements
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)
- 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.