Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - Part Time or Full Time - New Richmond

Aurora Community Services; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Health Insurance

401-K

Employee Stock Ownership

Employee discounts

Job summary

A humanitarian agency is seeking compassionate caregivers to support adults with disabilities in residential group homes. This role offers the opportunity to assist with daily activities such as self-care, medication administration, and meal planning. Flexible hours and extensive benefits including health and dental insurance, along with a supportive working environment, are provided. Ideal candidates will be 18 years or older with a passion for improving the lives of individuals with cognitive and mental health disabilities. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Acceptable Background Character Verification is required.
• Ability to communicate basic English.

Responsibilities

• Assist consumers with self-care activities.
• Help consumers plan fun events and outings.
• Administer medication and prepare meals.

Skills

Basic English communication

Ability to assist with self-care

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Job description

Introduction

We’re looking for passionate and talented people for all of our positions. There are many opportunities available with Aurora for people whoare looking to make a difference in the life of a person with a disability.

Overview

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven

Wage: $17 - $18/hr.

$1.50/hr shift differential for weekend hours

FLEXIBLE HOURS

Call for details 715-835-9202!

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.

Benefits

• 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
• 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

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

Requirements

• 18 years of age
• Acceptable Background Character Verification
• 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