Personal Assistant (Direct Support Professional)

Youth Consultation Service (YCS); Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid time off

Life insurance/disability benefits

403 (B) savings and investment plans

Potential public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

The Youth Consultation Service (YCS) in Princeton, NJ, is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant to provide quality care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting clients with personal hygiene, medication, and daily living tasks, while ensuring their safety and well-being.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school degree and a valid driver’s license. YCS offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off for its dedicated employees.

Qualifications

• Experience working with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in meeting their individual goals.
• Teach and support clients with personal hygiene tasks.
• Keep accurate and timely records.

Skills

Sensitivity to client needs

Basic understanding of medications

De-escalation techniques

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job 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

• 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

Benefits

• 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.