What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at Aurora Community Services?
Join Our Team at Aurora Community Services
We are seeking passionate and committed individuals to help individuals with disabilities, chronic mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries live fuller, happier, and more satisfying lives. For over 35 years, Aurora has been a leader in providing customized services that support our consumers in residential settings.
About Us
We value employees who are dedicated to empowering our consumers to live as independently as possible. Our services require a staff that is committed to utilizing behavioral support programs, aiding with self-care, or performing essential duties, while maintaining the consumer's dignity.
Job Description
- Seek out opportunities for community/social integration
- Help consumers plan and prepare their choices of fun events and outings
- Assist 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
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
Float Staff Requirements
- Work and training schedule is obtained ONLY from the Direct Support Coordinator
- Must be available every other weekend
- Must maintain a minimum of Secondary Drive Status
- Must be willing to travel to all operations within the region
- Drive time is paid after 30 minutes of travel from staff residence
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
