Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - Float Staff- Eau Claire

Auroraservices; Eau Claire, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation/Personal Hours

Employee Stock Ownership

Employee Discount - Verizon and Dell

Job summary

Aurora Community Services in Wisconsin seeks compassionate Community Living Assistants to support adults with cognitive and mental health disabilities in residential homes. The role emphasizes empowerment, independence, and community integration.

The position provides full-time hours at $19 per hour with opportunities for growth. Travel within the region is required; a driver’s license and reliable transportation are needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record for consumer transport.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Communicate basic English.
• Basic reading, writing, and internet navigation skills.
• Experience supporting adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Seek out opportunities for community/social integration.
• Help consumers plan and prepare their choices of fun events and outings.
• Assist with self-care activities (dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting).
• Medication administration.
• Meal preparation/planning.
• Transport consumers as needed.
• Follow individual service plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Category: Community Living Assistant

Requisition Number: DIREC002303

• Posted : April 8, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $19 USD per hour

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Celebrating 40 Years!

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven

Wage: $19/hr.

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
• 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 - NOshift 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

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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