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Community Program Assistant Jobs in Des Moines, IA

Salvation Army

Human Resources Coordinator

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Meaningful work that directly supports programs serving the local community * Opportunity to build ... Support payroll and timekeeping processes * Assist with onboarding and orientation for new ...

Hope Ministries

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Men's Community Living Coordinator

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Hold residents accountable for upholding guidelines and program requirements. Use judgement to ... and security. * Assist with supervising Service and Skill assignments. * Lead Bible study ...

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How much do community program assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for community program assistant in Des Moines, IA is $19.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.44 and $22.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Program Assistant vs Community Outreach Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Program AssistantCommunity Outreach Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require associate degreeBachelor's degree often preferred; relevant experience valued
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, community centers, event sitesCommunity events, outreach programs, public spaces
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government agencies, social servicesNonprofits, public health, community development
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level roles supporting community programsMore focused on outreach and engagement strategies

The Community Program Assistant typically supports the implementation of community initiatives, handling administrative tasks and assisting with program activities. In contrast, the Community Outreach Coordinator focuses on engaging with the community, organizing outreach events, and building relationships. Both roles are vital in community-focused organizations but differ mainly in their scope of responsibilities and level of public interaction.

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Infographic showing various Community Program Assistant job openings in Des Moines, IA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,764 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Administrative Assistant - Part Time

Balance Autism

Clive, IA • On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

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Job description

Description
Balance Autism is looking for an Administrative Assistant to add to our team! This leader coordinates office administrative activities of Balance Autism to provide specialized human services such as children's clinic programs and community programs. Responsibilities are performed personally.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Top 5 Duties:
1. Ensure that the health and safety needs of the person(s) served are met.
2. Manage reception area, including greeting visitors and answering phones and relaying messages.
3. Manages department specific training for site, including preparation of materials, communication of attendance and entry of training records into training tracking system for the site.
4. Check payer eligibility monthly for all children funded through M-ABA for Children's Services.
5. Responsible for inventorying and ordering office and programming supplies for site.
Additional Responsibilities include the following:
  • Process questions related to insurance and funding for services
  • Greet visitors, answer phones and assist those in lobby.
  • Sort, process and distribute mail.
  • Communicate professionally with legal representatives, families and allied professionals.
  • Develop and maintain a positive relationship with individual(s) served and co-workers to promote successful outcomes.
  • Attend and successfully complete all training sessions to generate constant learning and continuous improvements.
  • Manage credit card check out system for site.
  • Provide review of progress notes, service notes and log sheets.
  • Maintain log of Progress Note errors.
  • Provide tracking/trending report for incident reporting.
  • Distribute ITP reports and other pertinent documents.
  • Participates in coding billing for department.
  • Updates person served, employee databases and electronic systems as necessary for site.
  • Perform minor housekeeping duties in the administrative center.
  • Scan all Notice of Decisions for site.
  • Prepare and maintain staff ID badges/key check out system.
  • Assist with training and onboarding of new staff, including training for new sites in CAP.
  • Follows up on facilities requests such as building needs regarding maintenance, bidding for grounds needs, scheduling regular building upkeep, contacting contractors for environmental needs.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Education and/or Experience: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college with six months to one year related experience and/or training; Prefer Bachelor degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Option: Bachelor's degree in related field with direct care experience or internship in Human Services.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Balance Autism is an equal opportunity employer

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