Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - Part Time - Thorp

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401-K

Vacation/Personal Hours

Employee Stock Ownership 54455

Casual dress (no uniforms)

Employee Achievement Program

Longevity Bonus

Job summary

Aurora Community Services in the United States seeks compassionate caregivers to support individuals with disabilities in residential settings, helping them live fuller, happier lives with dignity and independence.

Responsibilities include community integration, self-care assistance, medication administration, meal planning, and transportation, all while following individual service plans. Benefits include health, dental, 401(k), vacation, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age.
• Acceptable Background Character Verification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform required physical tasks.
• Communicate basic English.
• Basic reading, writing, and internet navigation skills.

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.

Skills

Basic English communication

Lift up to 50 lbs

Reading and writing

Internet navigation

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

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 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.

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.

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 54455
• 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.