Program Manager (Direct Support Professional) - Plover

Auroraservices; Town of Plover (WI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation/Personal Hours

Employee Stock Ownership

Employee Achievement Program

Longevity Bonus for Part Time or Full

Casual dress

Job summary

Aurora Community Services in Plover, Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Community Living Assistant to support adults with cognitive and mental health disabilities in residential settings, promoting independence and safe daily living.

The role offers full-time hours, on-site work, a pay rate of $18.50 per hour, paid training, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, vacation time, and an employee stock ownership plan.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s 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.

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

Driver's license

Lifting 50 lbs

English communication

Reading/Writing basics

Experience with adults with disabil

Flexible scheduling

Advancement opportunities

Job description

Job Category: Community Living Assistant

Requisition Number: PROGR002318

• Full-Time
• Rate : $18.50 USD per hour

Locations

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Plover, WI 54467, USA

Description

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Celebrating 40 Years!

Wage:$18.50/hr.

Paid Training

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 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

Leadership Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough onsite training with new team members that demonstrates accurate procedures
• Guide staff to empower consumers and promote independence
• Provide productive feedback that aids in staff education and strengthens morale
• Professionally and effectively communicate through emails, documentation, reporting, and guardian/case management correspondence
• Enforce safety procedures and adherence to individual service plans
• Utilize problem resolution procedure to minimize conflict
• Help staff access stress management resources
• Perform 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
• 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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