Direct Support Professional

NEWCare•Crivitz, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NEW Care, Inc. is accepting applications for full-time Direct Support Professionals at its Assisted Living Facility and Rost-Huebner Group Homes. Several shifts are available, including 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. The pay rate is $17.00 per hour. The role supports residents with daily personal care, prescribed healthcare plans, mobility, safety, and emotional well-being. Candidates should be energetic, dependable, patient, empathetic, observant, and committed to helping residents feel safe and comfortable. NEW Care, Inc. has provided supportive living services to residents of Crivitz and surrounding communities since 1965. The organization aims to provide a home-like experience for long-term residents and help short-term rehabilitation patients restore their abilities and return to their own homes. NEW Care, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on protected grounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
Energetic and dependable.
Patient, empathetic, and strong people skills.
Observant and committed to helping residents feel safe and comfortable.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
High degree of attention to detail and discretion.
Demonstrated common sense, judgment, and communication skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Further education may be beneficial.
Job experience may be necessary.
CPR training may be necessary.

Responsibilities

Assist with personal care, including bathroom functions, bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating.
Follow prescribed healthcare plans, which may include assisting with exercise and administering medication.
Keep the home organized according to residents’ needs and ensure safety measures are in place.
Keep the home and equipment clean, encouraging resident participation as they are willing or able.
Provide emotional support and encouragement to help residents perform necessary tasks.
Provide mobility assistance, such as helping residents in and out of bed, chairs, or wheelchairs, as needed.
Monitor and report changes in residents’ health, behavior, and needs.
Maintain attendance as an essential part of the job.