Day Center Program Assistant (Caregiver) – Eau Claire - Full Time - No Weekends - Daytime Hours

Aurora Community Services • Eau Claire, WI

86d • Onsite

About The Position

Aurora is a human services agency that has been providing customized services for 40 years to individuals with disabilities, chronic mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries in residential settings. They are seeking passionate and committed individuals to work in their residential group homes supporting adults with cognitive and mental health disabilities to live fuller, happier lives and to empower independence. Aurora values employees who are passionate about making people smile every day by empowering them to live as independently as possible.

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

Nice To Haves

• No experience necessary for Caregivers

Responsibilities

• Seek out opportunities for community/social integration
• Help consumers plan and prepare their choices of fun events and outings
• Assisting with self care
• Medication Administration
• Meal Preparation/Planning
• Transportation of consumers
• Follow individual service plans
• Other duties as assigned

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed