Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional)

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

Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional)

• Posted on November 6, 2026

Locations

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Princeton, NJ 08540, USA

• Health Services
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PERSO010024

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 Hilltop Program in Princeton, 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, and on-call

Youth Consultation Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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