HHS' Division of State Operated Specialty Care

Are you interested in supporting Iowans with complex mental health and rehabilitation needs?

State Operated Specialty Care (SOSC) offers meaningful careers across Iowa’s most mission‑driven care facilities, including:

  • Cherokee Mental Health Institute – inpatient psychiatric care for adults

  • Independence Mental Health Institute – psychiatric care for adults, children, and adolescents

  • State Training School (Eldora) – rehabilitation and structured support for adjudicated boys

  • Woodward Resource Center – community‑focused living skills and support for individuals with intellectual and related disabilities

  • Civil Commitment Unit for Sexual Offenders – secure, long‑term treatment for high‑risk offenders

Together, these teams deliver essential care, safety, and support for Iowans with complex behavioral health, developmental, and public‑safety needs—helping people heal, grow, and thrive.



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Applying with the State of Iowa for the first time? The process can feel complex, but our Tips for Applying with Iowa HHS will walk you through step by step. When you’re ready, explore the open positions in our division below.

State Operated Specialty Care Open Positions

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