Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - FLOAT - Baldwin

Auroraservices; Town of Baldwin (WI); On-site; USD 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

A community living support organization in Baldwin seeks dedicated individuals for the role of Direct Support Professional (Caregiver). This position involves assisting adults with cognitive and mental health disabilities, including personal care and community integration. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in residential services, be willing to travel to various locations, and possess a valid driver’s license. Offering competitive wages and opportunities for advancement in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to communicate basic English and perform light physical duties.
• 2+ years of experience in residential services required.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with cognitive and mental health disabilities.
• Assist with self-care tasks and medication administration.
• Help plan community and recreational activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with adults with disabilities

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - FLOAT - Baldwin

Job Category: Community Living Assistant

Requisition Number: DIREC002285

• Posted: February 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate: $19 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

Baldwin, WI 54002, USA

• Travel Required: Yes

Description

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven

Wage: $19/hr.

Paid Training, no experience necessary for Caregivers

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 35 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
• 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

Float Staff Requirements/Qualifications

• Work and training schedule is obtained ONLY from the Direct Support Coordinator
• Must be available every other weekend
• Must maintain a minimum of Secondary Drive Status
• Must be willing to travel to all operations within the region
• Drive time is paid after 30 minutes of travel from staff residence
• Drive time reimbursement must be submitted monthly
• If full time, the employee must maintain a full-time work schedule
• 2+ years of experience in residential services required
• If “regular” position is desired, must apply – rate of pay would be regular rate of pay for that position

Float positions are available with the following schedules:

• Full Time: Must include every other weekend hours, designated days off weekly -$1.50/hr shift differential for weekend hours
• Part Time Weekend: Work 32 hours every other weekend - NO shift differential
• 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

Travel Required

Yes. Must be willing to travel to various residential group homes

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

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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