Direct Support Professional - Residential Care

Youth Consultation Service (YCS); Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

403(b) Savings

Potential PSLF

Job summary

Youth Consultation Services (YCS) is hiring a Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional) in Princeton, NJ. The role focuses on delivering compassionate, person-centered care to clients with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

Responsibilities include daily living support, medication assistance, and collaborative goal achievement. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Experience working with developmental disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in meeting their individual goals as defined in their Individual Habilitation Plan (IHP).
• Teach/support clients with bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, and self-administration of medication per IHP.
• Demonstrate understanding of medications, purposes and side effects.
• Use proper body mechanics and mobility transfer techniques to prevent injuries.
• De-escalate crises and be prepared to control client physically if necessary.
• Keep accurate and timely records.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Experience with developmental_disabil

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Youth Consultation Services (YCS) is hiring a Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional) in Princeton, NJ. The role focuses on delivering compassionate, person-centered care to clients with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

Responsibilities include daily living support, medication assistance, and collaborative goal achievement. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license.