Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional)

Youth Consultation Service; Northvale (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

403(b) plan

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

Youth Consultation Service in Northvale, NJ, is hiring a Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional) for the Sawtelle Walnut Program, a residential care setting for adults with developmental disabilities.

The role requires sensitivity to clients, assists with daily care, hygiene, meals, and safety; duties include easing personal goals per Individual Habilitation Plan, and may involve medication assistance and record-keeping.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in meeting their individual goals and objectives as defined in their Individual Habilitation Plan.
• Support with bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, and self-administration of medication as appropriate to the client.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of medications, their purposes and side effects.
• Ensure safety and proper body mechanics during mobility transfers.
• De-escalate potential crisis situations and, if necessary, provide physical safety when required.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Medication awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional)

Job Category : Health Services

Requisition Number : PERSO009232

• Posted : February 3, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Nothvale, NJ 07647, USA

Description

Dedicated. Compassionate. Inspiring. Rewarding.

These are just some of the words to describe what it's like working at YCS. YCS employees are devoted professionals who have a passion for helping children, adolescents and adults.

Do you share the same qualities?

Sawtelle Walnut Program in Northvale, NJ provides residential care for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a group home setting. The program is currently hiring for a Personal Assistant.

Personal Assistants are expected to have a unique sensitivity to recognize and appropriately respond to clients who may have evidenced difficulties. Provide quality daily care (personal hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, and other related tasks) to ensure the health and safety of clients in the residence and community.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Assist clients in meeting their individual goals and objectives as defined in their Individual Habilitation Plan.
• Dependent on client’s IHP, teach/support the client with the following: bath, toilet, change adult absorbent underwear and linens, grooming and dressing, and self-administration of medication.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of medications, purpose and side effects.
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and mobility transfer technique to prevent injuries.
• De-escalate potential crisis situations and if necessary be prepared to control client physically.
• Keep accurate and timely records.

Job Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Experience working with developmental disabilities preferred

YCS provides a competitive compensation package. Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid time off
• Life insurance / disability benefits/ health and wellness programs
• 403 (B) savings and investment plans
• Potential public service loan forgiveness

Shifts Available

• Full Time, Part Time, On-call

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