Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - Wausau

Job Description

Celebrating 40 Years!

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven

Wage: $17/hr.

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Paid Training

We’re more than a human services agency—we’re partners in transformation, walking alongside you on the journey to a fuller, richer life.

We are seeking passionate and committed individuals to work in our residential group homes supporting adults with cognitive and mental health disabilities live fuller, happier, and to empower independence.

For over 40 years, Aurora has been a leader in providing customized services that support individuals with disabilities, chronic mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries in residential settings. We value employees that are passionate about making people smile every day by empowering them to live as independently as possible.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Seek out opportunities for community/social integration

Help consumers plan and prepare their choices of fun events and outings

Assisting with self care- dressing, bathing or showering, brushing teeth, toileting, shaving

Medication Administration

Meal Preparation/Planning

Transportation of consumers

Follow individual service plans

Other duties as assigned

Essential Functions/Requirements:

18 years of age

Acceptable Background Character Verification

Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record for consumer transport

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to twist, turn, squat, bend, reach, pull, push from high/low position, raise arms above shoulder, walk, sit (chair and floor), climb stairs, and use hands and fingers

Communicate basic English

Basic reading, writing, and internet navigation skills

Experience with adults with disabilities

Benefits:

Option to get paid after payday

Flexible scheduling around availability, and every other weekend off

Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company

Shift differential on weekends

Employee discount - Verizon and Dell

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vacation/Personal Hours

Employee Stock Ownership

401-K

Employee Achievement Program

Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full Time Employees

Casual dress (no uniforms), fun work atmosphere

And more

If you are looking to make a difference, join the Aurora team! Aurora Community Services is proud to be an Employee Owned Company! An EOE/AA Employer

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Part-time