Mental Health Technician (Direct Support Professional/Caregiver) - Eau Claire - Full Time 2nd shift

Aurora-Community-Services-4; Chippewa Falls (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation/Personal Hours

Employee Stock Ownership

Employee Achievement Program

Longevity Bonus

Casual dress

Job summary

Aurora Community Services in Eau Claire is seeking a Mental Health Technician (Direct Support Professional/Caregiver) for full-time 2nd shift.

This role involves assisting with self-care, administering medications, and supporting individuals with disabilities in residential settings. It offers paid training, an Employee Owned culture, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Able to communicate in basic English.
• Basic reading, writing, and internet navigation skills.
• Experience with adults with disabilities preferred.

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

18 years old

Lift 50 lbs

Basic English

Reading & writing

Experience with disabilities preferred

Job description

Mental Health Technician (Direct Support Professional/Caregiver) - Eau Claire - Full Time 2nd shift

Job Category: Community Living Assistant

Requisition Number: MENTA002328

• Posted : August 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate: $18 USD per hour

Location

Eau Claire

Description

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven

Wage: $18/hr.

Paid Training, no experience necessary for Caregivers

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 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.

Aurora Residential Alternatives Regional Crisis Stabilization Program assists individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis, providing comprehensive services in a community-based setting. Aurora’s skilled mental health technicians support individuals with a wide range of emotional and mental health issues.

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
• 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 preferred
• 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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Behaviors

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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