Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - Wausau

Celebrating 40 Years!

Your New Beginning Starts Here!

Employee-Owned, Mission-Driven

Wage

$17/hr.

Call for details 715-835-9202!

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 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
• Acceptable Background Character Verification
• 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

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