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Day Program Aides - Part-time - Monday through Friday NO EVENINGS, WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS! POSITION SUMMARY: Have fun while you work and bring joy into the lives of program participants! The Day ...

Program Assistant

Eighty Four, PA · On-site

$35K - $44K/yr

Lifesteps is hiring Day Program Aides to work at the Adult Training Facility in Eighty Four, PA ... Part-time - Monday through Friday - 7:15 am to 2:00 pm Program Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: Required:

Lifesteps is hiring Day Program Aides to work at the Adult Training Facility in Eighty Four, PA ... Part-time - Monday through Friday - 7:15 am to 2:00 pm Program Assistant QUALIFICATIONS: Required:

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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for day program assistant in the United States is $45,721.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Day Program Assistant job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 38% Full Time, 58% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,721 per year, or $22 per hour.
Autism Day Program Assistant (Full Time)

Autism Day Program Assistant (Full Time)

ChildServe

Ames, IA • On-site

$16.04/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


ChildServe rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

JoinChildServe as an Autism Day Program Assistant, where you will contribute to the lives of children ages 2-6 by supporting their health, skill development and retention in our Autism Day Program. You will provide and assist with the care of children with varying functioning levels across the autism spectrum. Through direct collaboration with occupational, speech, and physical therapists, and a play-based environment, you will assist with developmental goals as designated by each child's individualized care plan.

Schedule and Compensation

Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week between hours of operation: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

The starting pay rate for this role is between $16.04/hour.

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Support children in achieving greater independence and school readiness through individualized care, learning, and play in a 1:3 ratio.
  • Collaborate with behavioral health professionals, therapists, and other team members to follow care plans and meet therapy goals within scope of practice.
  • Maintain a safe, consistent, and engaging environment while assisting with daily needs such as feeding, diapering, and toilet training.
  • Promote communication and social-emotional development using tools like PECS, communication devices, and guided behavioral support.
  • Accurately document care, follow change-of-shift procedures, and communicate professionally with families, staff, and community partners.

What You'll Need:

  • Two-year degree in human services or education preferred; experience working with children with special healthcare needs preferred.
  • Must complete and pass the National DCI fingerprint process, child/adult abuse and criminal background checks, and child abuse affidavit prior to hire and every two years thereafter.
  • Must be able to pass a physical examination at commencement of employment and as regulations require; lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within clinic areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
  • Maintain a calm demeanor in an environment that can change quickly with elevated behaviors and different demands, and communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailingcareers@childserve.org.

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

  • ChildServepartners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live agreatlife.
  • 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'sfour 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, ChildServeproudly 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. ChildServeis an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment Type: Full-Time

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