Caregiver - Direct Support Professional - Castle Rock - Full Time or Part Time

Aurora Community Services; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation/Personal Hours

Employee Stock Ownership

Employee Achievement Program

Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full 

Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full 

Casual dress

Job summary

Aurora Community Services is seeking a Caregiver - Direct Support Professional in Castle Rock to support individuals with disabilities in their daily lives. This role offers full-time or part-time hours and involves helping with community activities, self-care, medication administration, meals, and transportation.

The position requires a valid driver’s license, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and experience with adults with disabilities. Travel up to 2 hours may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for transport.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform transfers.
• Communicate basic English.
• Experience with adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Seek out opportunities for community/social integration.
• Help consumers plan and choose events and outings.
• Assist with self care (dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting).
• Medication administration.
• Meal preparation/planning.
• Transport consumers to activities.
• Follow individual service plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

18 years of age

Valid driver's license

Able to lift 50 lbs

Basic English communication

Experience with disabilities

Job description

Caregiver - Direct Support Professional - Castle Rock - Full Time or Part Time

If you are passionate and committed to helping individuals live fuller, happier, and more satisfying lives, then Aurora Community Services has a rewarding career opportunity for you!

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.

The services we provide require a dedicated staff that is committed to utilizing behavioral support programs, aiding with self care, or performing essential duties, while maintaining the consumer's dignity.

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
• 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
• Option to get paid before payday
• Flexible scheduling around availability, and every other weekend off
• Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company
• Employee discount - Verizon and Dell
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vacation/Personal Hours
• Employee Stock Ownership
• 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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Travel Required

Must be willing to travel up to 2 hours

Behaviors

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience

2+ years of experience in residential services required

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