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ChildServe Child Developmental Center Operations Intern in Johnston, Iowa
Child Developmental Center Operations Intern
Daytime Services (Childcare, Autism & Medical Day Programs) Johnston, Iowa
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Description
The Child Development Center Operations Intern will provide administrative, and operations support to Childcare services. In the internship position, you will have the ability to work in a variety of areas and on significant projects. Job responsibilities are flexible and will be determined based on specified interests, major, level of education, and course criteria.
What You Can Learn
Operations support for Childcare
Billing/Accounting
Data Entry/Filing
Tours/Intakes
Scheduling
Interviews/Hiring
Collaboration with other departments
Marketing strategies
Team Meetings
Interaction with the diverse families we serve
Staff engagement practices
We place a high value on all of our interns and go the extra mile to make sure you receive a learning experience that fits your career goals. The ideal candidate will be pursuing a degree in education, healthcare, child development, non-profit management or other related disciplines.
What You'll Need
Ability to be a self-starter
Ability to use effective communication skills
Flexibility, creativity and organization skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills
An interest in non-profit management, community development, and health and human services
The ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
Schedule
20+ hours/ week during standard business hours.
Can be flexible with class and other work schedules.
Non-paid opportunity. This role can be offered to those applicants seeking course credit and/or specific college internship requirements.
Interns have the opportunity to get additional paid hours by working directly with the children in our classrooms. Preference will be given to intern applicants who are wanting to get additional experience working in classrooms.
Interns are needed routinely for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Go online at www.childserve.org to learn more about our Childcare Program!
Why ChildServe?
ChildServe has 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 more than 5,600 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 rocks. 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 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 we 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.
ChildServe is an equal opportunity employer.