Make a Difference Every Day — Become a QIDP Staff Coordinator
Are you looking for a role where you can truly change lives? Imagine being the reason a child smiles again, builds self-confidence, or discovers a new dream. As a Staff Coordinator at Tanager, you won’t just have a job — you’ll have a purpose. Every interaction you have can shape a child’s future, helping them feel seen, supported, and safe. If you believe in the power of human connection, healing, and growth, this is your chance to help a child discover their potential.
About Tanager
Since 1879, we’ve been dedicated to supporting children and families in Linn County and as the first children's human services agency in the county, our mission continues to evolve with the needs of our community. Today, we serve over 4,000 children and teens annually through prevention, treatment, and outreach programs.
We’re more than a non-profit — we’re a community of caregivers working together to Inspire, Empower, and Heal.
Position Overview: QIDP Staff Coordinator
As a Staff Coordinator, you’ll be part of our Inpatient Team, delivering direct care services that are:
- Client-centered
- Strengths-based
- Professional and compassionate
This leadership role within the Inpatient Team is responsible for overseeing daily cottage operations, staff supervision, and the implementation of therapeutic programming. This position ensures fidelity to trauma-informed care, documentation standards, and agency procedures while maintaining a safe and structured milieu for youth. the position supports professional development through staff coaching, training, and performance oversight. Strong decision making skills, consistent floor presence, and effective collaboration with internal and external partners are essential.
Why Choose Tanager?
We care for the people who care for our kids. Full-time employees enjoy:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- Financial Security: Retirement plan, employer-paid life, short & long-term disability
- Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Work-Life Balance: 10 paid holidays, Compassionate Leave, generous PTO policy
- Growth Support: Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement
- Convenient Pay: Weekly payroll
- And most of all — the chance to inspire hope and make a lasting impact.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Must be at least 20 years of age.
- At least six months experience working with children with an intellectual disability or other developmental disabilities
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work
Required Special Qualifications:
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Certification required or eligible to become CMA certified within three (3) months of hire
- Certified in MANDT, UKERU, CPR, and First Aid or eligible to become certified within three (3) months of hire
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and meet the driving requirements of the Agency
Tanager is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- At least 20 years of age
- At least six months of experience working with children with intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Certified Medication Aide certification, or eligibility to become certified within three months of hire
- MANDT, UKERU, CPR, and First Aid certifications, or eligibility to become certified within three months of hire
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency driving requirements
- Equivalent combination of experience and training providing the necessary knowledge and abilities
What We Do
Tanager Place is a private non-profit organization based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, that provides focused programs and services supporting the well-being and resilience of children, young adults, and families. Their mission is to provide services that inspire, empower, and heal through a comprehensive approach encompassing prevention, treatment, and outreach, including inpatient psychiatric care and outpatient clinical services.
