What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant Day Center – Wausau (Monday – Friday daytime hours) position at Aurora Community Services?
Wage: $18/hr.
Call for details 715-835-9202
Monday - Friday Daytime Hours 8a-4pm
If you are passionate and committed to helping individuals live fuller, happier, and more satisfying lives, then Aurora Community Services has a rewarding career opportunity for you!
For over 35 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.
The services we provide require a dedicated staff that is committed to utilizing behavioral support programs, aiding with self care, or performing essential duties, while maintaining the consumer's dignity.
Position Summary: The Day Center Services Program Assistant aids the operation of the Aurora Day Services to assure the delivery of timely, consistent, and quality day services.
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-
- 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
- Opportunities for advancement in a growing, hire-from-within company
- 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
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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Salary : $18
